January 26, 2025, Epiphany 3C: "No Favorites"

When Jesus returned home, the townspeople had expectations of him. They hoped that he would do the same miracles as he had done elsewhere, perhaps more. However, Jesus not only refuses to accede to their expectations of him, he also points out their prejudices. How does Jesus point to a broader good news for everyone? And why do the residents of Nazareth take this inclusivity (mistakenly) as bad news for themselves? What is God’s vision for His beloved community and how can we live into it today? Pastor David preaches “No Favorites”, part of a series called The Beloved Community, based on 1 Corinthians 12:12-31a and Luke 4:14-30.