When approaching the Scripture ask two questions: What did it mean then and what does it mean now? I am grateful for the content of yesterday’s scripture at The Gathering. We continued with Paul’s message in Romans 8 emphasizing our freedom from the law. The essence of the teaching is that we become perpetually distracted trying to follow the law and the activities that demand our constant attention. We lose focus on what matters, which is faith! It was a challenge for the people in Rome at the time and remains a central issue for us today. And I decided it was distraction away from the simple truth of faith and being consumed with worry and obligations. The essence of the Gospel is to retreat from these distractions and keep our focus on the core simple truth. Faith alone! Thank you Jesus and Paul! Stay focused and at peace in God’s care!