Inspired by God s global and unbiased intent, all of the blessed beneficiaries of salvation are to cultivate a similarly universal and all-inclusive acceptance of one another. A second theme, weaving through and coloring the texts is the juxtaposition of light and darkness. An integral aspect of the life of each believer is choosing light over darkness by living in accord with the demands of the Gospel. A third theme is that of journey or pilgrimage. All believers are engaged in a lifelong movement of their hearts, minds and spirit toward God.
Fourth theme is that of gifts given and gifts received.
Your presence here today means you have been gifted with another day of life. The fact that you have come here today, bears witness to the gifts of faith that you are obviously tending well. If you made your way here, and I hope you did, without being threatened, insulted or accosted, you enjoy the gift of freedom to pray and worship as you wish. Although we have barely begun to assess the giftedness that each of us is privileged to enjoy, an undeniable fact is that we have many. Today we celebrate that gift and that grace made manifest among us and within us in Jesus.