Nickels, Dimes, and True Value

Why do we honor those with power, status, and wealth while simultaneously overlooking those God Himself calls valuable? In part four of Grit & Grace, we’re reminded that favoritism has no place in the family of God because our worth isn’t determined by appearance or status, but by the Creator. We are challenged to see people the way God sees them and to live out a faith marked by mercy over judgment.

VERSES // James 2v1-13

Teaching Notes:

Faith without favoritism is faith that loves like Jesus.

When we’re not taking our identity from God, we create arbitrary identities.

Whose approval matters?

Our value comes from God, who made us in His image.

Do we see people the way Jesus does?

Response:  

Consider these questions:

1. Who are you tempted to overlook?
2. Where might you be showing favoritism without realizing it?
3. How can you intentionally show mercy this week to someone with nothing to offer you?