SEARCHING THE SCRIPTURE

What We Will Explore Together

• The Fruits of Grace: Looking past isolated verses to evaluate sexual ethics through the lens of Jesus' highest priorities: character, fruit, and love. We will discuss the "Good Fruit" test, the Law of Love, and how Genesis focuses on human companionship and intimacy to cure loneliness.
• The Biblical Trajectory of Belonging: Tracking how God routinely overrides older, exclusionary purity laws to bring marginalized people into full community fellowship—from the Ethiopian Eunuch in Acts to Peter’s radical vision.
• Identity and Covenant over Binaries: Resting in the promise that we are "fearfully and wonderfully made" (Psalm 139) and exploring how the Gospel deconstructs rigid ancient categories to build a community based purely on faith, grace, and character.

Who Is This For?

This is a safe, open, and welcoming space for anyone seeking a deeper, holistic view of Scripture. Whether you are navigating this from a personal perspective, looking for pastoral guidance, exploring the academic and historical context, or simply wanting to experience a wider circle of God's mercy—you belong here.

Gathering Details:

• Dates / Times: October 27,  November 3, 10 and 24 @ 11:00 am
• Location: First United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall
• What to bring: Your Bible, an open heart, and your questions!

“Love does no harm to a neighbor. Therefore love is the fulfillment of the law.” — Romans 13:10