'twas grace that brought us safe thus far
and grace will lead us home A sermon on 1st Peter's admonition to converts : Seeing as it’s a holiday weekend and we’re all a little distracted , let’s begin with some participation . Shall we? Here’s what I’d like you to consider: What’s one place you especially feel at home ? And if you’re thinking of answering “ home ,” well, try to be a little more specific , please! Is there a particular room or effect that’s especially comforting to you? Start thinking, too. I’m going to ask you to share . For me, the answer would be that weird L-shaped sitting room in the parsonage. In particular, it would be sitting on the couch during January , as winter light poured in through the big picture window and reflected off the clean, hardwood floors. How’s that for specific? And you know what, I didn’t have to think that hard about it, either! I remember that moment so clearly . However, Amanda , no doubt, will be quick to point out she’s not in that example. But he...
