FOR Accepting (Sunday Sermon: October 18, 2026)

In this week's message, we explore how inclusion is central to Jesus's teachings and how Scripture repeatedly challenges the boundaries people place on belonging. True inclusion means accepting people as they are, without expecting them to change before they can fully participate in a community. We also consider why extending unconditional acceptance can be difficult, particularly for religious people. Through curiosity, relationships with people different from ourselves, and a willingness to move beyond our comfort zones, we can create communities where everyone genuinely belongs.