Justice Meets Mercy | Pastor Reggie Roberson

Pastor Reggie Roberson closes his Leviticus series with a powerful message on the Day of Atonement, using the story of John Newton—a former slave ship captain turned pastor—to illustrate the depth of God's mercy and the universality of sin. He explains how the ancient ritual of atonement, with its sacrificial system and scapegoat, pointed forward to Jesus Christ, who is the ultimate atoning sacrifice. Roberson emphasizes that sin is not only universal but also carries a severe penalty because God is holy, and no human can pay that price. Yet through Christ’s death on the cross, the barrier of sin is removed, making reconciliation with God possible. He calls believers to respond with ongoing confession, reverence for God’s holiness, and faith in Jesus as the only source of true forgiveness and freedom from guilt. The sermon culminates in an invitation to embrace grace, accept Christ, and participate in Easter celebrations, including baptism and outreach to the unchurched.