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Have you ever seen a little kid wearing a bright dinosaur backpack? If you ask them about it, they don't get shy. They get a huge smile on their face and tell you every single detail because they are so excited!

When we love something, sharing it is the most natural thing in the world.

In the Bible, a follower of Jesus named Peter wrote a letter to regular people who were facing some really difficult days. He told them:

"Honor Christ and let him be the Lord of your life. Always be ready to give an answer when anyone asks you about your hope." — 1 Peter 3:15 (CEV)

Notice that Peter didn't say we need to be ready to win a theological argument. He said we need to be ready to talk about our hope.

This Monday night at ConnectDinners, we are celebrating our second "My Story Monday." We don't have a big sermon lined up. Instead, one of our regular weekly attendees named David is going to share his personal story of how Jesus rescued him and gave him a brand-new start. He’s just pulling up a chair to show us his "backpack"—the hope that changed his life.

If you have found hope in Jesus, you don't need to be a perfect expert to talk about it. You just have to be willing to share the good news of how much He loves you.

Join us for ConnectDinners this Monday night at 6:00 PM to hear David share his story around the tables. Text Pastor Vic at 509-919-1897 if you'd like to talk.

Reflection & Prayer Think about how your life is different because you know Jesus. How can you share that hope with someone this week?

Dear God, thank you that your love is the greatest news we could ever receive. Thank you for the way you rescue regular people and give us a place to belong. Give me the excitement of a child today so I can easily share the hope you’ve placed in my life. Today, I specifically want to talk to You about...