2nd. Sunday in Lent : A Lament for Jerusalem.

This week's Gospel reading Luke 13:31-35  recounts Jesus' ongoing mission despite persecution, and His frustration that the people of Jerusalem are not willing to be gathered safely to God. Instead, their hearts are hardened; despite knowing that something is 'not right' with their city even their ruler seeks to destroy the Good News.
 
 Although we often go our own way, Jesus loves and heals us. Lent is a time to remember just how far God's love and forgiveness extends. We might 'choose' to reach up a hand to heaven, but Jesus is already reaching out to us- even as we decide. His patient offering of Himself and outpouring of blessing goes beyond anything we could imagine. How can we extend that same blessing and love to those around us this week?

This message was written and presented by Dr. Bruce Arnold.