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This message, delivered by Pastor Steve, explores Luke 7:36-50 where Jesus dines at a Pharisee’s house and encounters a “sinful woman” who washes his feet with tears and perfume. It centers on forgiveness as the “centerpiece” of God’s table. Pastor Steve contrasts the self-righteous Pharisee (Simon) with the loving, forgiven woman to illustrate two ways people define themselves: by their own actions or by God’s forgiveness. He emphasizes that accepting forgiveness frees us from both self-righteousness and shame, redirects our love toward God, and creates inclusive spaces where people don’t need to perform or pretend to be welcomed.