Reflection
Look back over the week and ask the Holy Spirit to bring one face to mind—not a category, but a person. Where has God exposed favoritism, a label, contempt, or a habit of overlooking someone? Remember again the mercy that gave you a place in God’s family, then choose one concrete way to carry that mercy into your church community this weekend. As you gather for worship, look for someone who may need to experience the dignity, welcome, and grace of another Kingdom through you.
Weekend Prayer
Merciful Father, thank You that I am seated at Your table only because of grace. Keep shaping my eyes, words, instincts, and relationships. Make our church a people who tell the truth, protect dignity, practice wise love, and welcome others with the mercy we have received from You. Amen.