October 2026
From the Pastor: Mixed signals
A newcomer approached the pastor after worship and said, “I’d like you to pray for my hearing.” Placing hands on the man’s ears, the pastor said a very passionate, earnest prayer and then asked the visitor, “How’s your hearing now?” With a confused look, the man said, “Well, it’s scheduled for tomorrow.”
Mixed signals… it’s when we aren’t sure exactly what it is going on. A lot of times it comes as a result of miscommunication. Being able to communicate with each other is a skill that is learned and really takes a lot of practice. It also entails the ability to listen.
Does God send mixed signals? Is there any miscommunication from Him? Sometimes we think so. There are parts of the Old Testament that don’t seem to jive with the New Testament. As a result we can get frustrated with God for that. But if you look at the Bible as a whole, the message is the same. God loves you.
He loves you so much He gave you some ways to show it to Him and each other (the 10 Commandments). God loves you so much that He sent Jesus to die on your behalf so you can be with Him in heaven when He takes you home (John 3:16). And He reminds you not to worry, you are more precious to Him than anything (Matthew 6:25ff).
I know that there have been some big changes here at St. Peter’s, but there are no “mixed signals” being given by God here. His love is still for you and will always be no matter what!
In His Service,
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