Extending Grace to Others

Every relationship develops gaps between what we expect and what we experience, and those gaps threaten our sense of security. Pastor Bill shows from 1 Corinthians 13:5-7 that love chooses to look for the best in others rather than assume the worst, and that trust — a deliberate choice, not a feeling — is what bridges the gap and lets a relationship endure victoriously instead of just survive.

Grace can feel as awkward as an unwanted hug, but it's the truest thing about us: we were sons and daughters before we ever sinned. Because God's love has never been circumstantial, our story doesn't start at our worst moment, and coming home to Him leads not to condemnation but to celebration.