In Jesus' day, the Old Testament people of God favored of a form of religion they could manage, but more or less left God out of the equation. I'm afraid much of the American church today is doing the same sort of thing. Even individuals are shaping a religion and a Lord that accommodates our own preferences. In today's sermon, we find that Jesus invites us, even longs for us to return to Him and His love and protection. Print out the notes and join us in worship!