01/26/2026
By Pastor Vinnie Cappetta
Still Speaking: When Old Headlines Echo God’s Truth
The 1965 Library Book Finally Returned
Scripture: Numbers 32:23
“But if you fail to do this, you will be sinning against the Lord; and you may be sure that your sin will find you out.” — Numbers 32:23
A Nebraska library once found a book in its return slot — 13,500 days late. It had been checked out in 1965. The borrower’s name was gone, but the library forgave the fine. Someone had finally decided to make it right.
That small act tells a big truth. Sin always resurfaces — not to humiliate us, but to heal us. God’s grace is relentless that way.
We hide, justify, minimize — but the longer something stays in the dark, the heavier it becomes. Confession isn’t punishment; it’s a release. It’s setting down what’s overdue and receiving the forgiveness that’s been waiting all along.
It’s never too late to return to God.
Reflection
- Is there a burden, a secret, or a regret you’ve carried too long?
- What would it look like to bring it back to God and let Him deal in mercy instead of shame?
Prayer
Merciful Father, thank You that grace is stronger than our guilt.
Bring to light what needs Your healing touch.
Let Your forgiveness free me to live open and honest again.
Memory Verse: Proverbs 1:5
