Won't You Be My Neighbor?

This sermon explores the Parable of the Good Samaritan, starting with Mr. Rogers' iconic question. It first examines the surface meaning of loving all people, even enemies, as the Samaritan did for the injured man. Deeper, it reveals Jesus's interaction with the lawyer, positioning humanity as the "half-dead man" needing salvation. Jesus is presented as the ultimate Good Samaritan, who delivers and forgives. The sermon concludes by highlighting the church's role as "innkeepers," entrusted with Christ's tools to care for others, emphasizing that our love for neighbors flows from the salvation we've received.