Good Shepherd

They never forgot their past. Moses never forgot how he failed his people. Paul never forgot that he was the worst. Matthew never forgot that everyone hated him for who he was.
But God forgot their past. He forgave all their sins and called them to proclaim his mercy. Christians are sinners whom God has mercifully called. Only mercy can explain why Jesus brings people to faith and promises them salvation. Only grace can explain how he calls them to live a new life, as living examples of the Gospel.

Join us for worship at Good Shepherd at 10:00 as we worship "Say it Loud: God Loves Sinners!"

First Reading Exodus 3:1–15
When Moses asked “Who am I that I should go?” the Lord answered “I will be with you.”

Second Reading 1 Timothy 1:12–17
God demonstrates mercy and patience by calling a sinner into the ministry.

Gospel Matthew 9:9–13
Jesus called tax collectors and sinners to be his disciples.