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Sermon: I Love You - No Ifs Ands Or Buts
Rev. Laura Johnson - May 17, 2026 North Raleigh UMC
The parable of the Good Samaritan reveals a profound truth that transforms how we understand love and community. When a legal expert asked Jesus who his neighbor was, Jesus responded with a story that completely reframed the question. The tale of a Samaritan helping a beaten traveler wasn't just about helping those in need - it was about fundamentally changing how we approach relationships with others.
The revolutionary insight is that neighbor is not a noun but a verb. Instead of treating neighbors as objects we identify and help when…
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