9.13.2026 Texts: Genesis 50:15–21 ▪ Psalm 103:1–13 ▪ Romans 14:1–12 ▪ Matthew 18:21–35 Grace and peace to you from God. As we’ve just blessed backpacks, teachers, and learners, we’ve reminded ourselves that every journey of learning and teaching begins not with perfect preparation, but with God’s blessing. Each backpack carries hopes and questions, each learner carries curiosity and courage, and each teacher carries wisdom and care. And yet, the truth is, none of us can plan