Mother's and Messes...

As I think about mothers, I feel grateful that God has placed two incredible women in my life. My mom and my wife, Leigh Ann. Both show love 10 out of 10.

My mom amazes me in so many ways. She cares deeply, works hard, always cooked enough food to feed a small army of growing boys, and cheered at nearly every game and match I played. She stepped into my messes more often than I can count.

One of my favorite memories happened on a day when I had earned another spanking-I definitely had the family record. Before the punishment arrived, she pulled me aside and offered to spank a teddy bear if I agreed to cry. Deal! I agreed instantly and then cried like that teddy bear had robbed a bank. Even in discipline, she showed incredible kindness.

God has also blessed me with Leigh Ann, who brings beauty, order, laughter, and life into our home every day. She can take a room full of kid-sized disasters and somehow inspire everyone to clean up together. She edits papers, explains schoolwork, runs our household with grace, and jumps into adventures with full enthusiasm. Without her, the kids and I would probably survive on pizza rolls and live in a house where no one knows if the laundry is clean or dirty.

Both my mom and Leigh Ann show the same powerful truth. They love well, and they step in to help well. They do not wait for life to be tidy. They walk right into the middle of the mess, bringing hope and joy with them.

This Sunday, we will see that same heart in the life of Jesus.

We are restarting our sermon series through the Gospel of Luke. For the next seven weeks, we will walk verse by verse through chapters 3 and 4 to see the salvation Jesus brings. This week, we will study how John the Baptist introduces Jesus to the people of his day and shows us that Jesus steps into our messy lives with compassion and power.

I cannot think of a better truth to celebrate on Mother’s Day. The same Savior who stepped into the muddy waters of the Jordan steps into the muddy places of our lives today. He meets us in our chaos and brings grace and rescue instead of shame.

I hope you will join us this Sunday as we honor the mothers in our lives and return to the powerful story of Jesus in Luke 3 and 4. And yes, there will be cold brew, fresh pastries, and flowers. Food and caffeine seem to be the most biblical way to honor motherhood.

Services at 8:00, 9:15 (Full KidCity available), or 10:45 am (Full KidCity available). Otherwise, you can watch the Livestream on YouTube (Like and Subscribe) or on our New Life website at 9:15 am. Also, we would LOVE for you to follow us on Facebook, YouTube, and Instagram. 

See you Sunday,

Pastor Troy

P.S. Women’s Brunch at New Life tomorrow from 9:15-10:30 AM. Last brunch of the season for some great food and a super awesome takeaway.