Some of my favorite parts of the Bible are where Jesus would sit and eat with prostitutes, tax collectors and others considered outcasts. He never condoned sin or criminal activities. He convicted people but didn't condemn them. He would actually get frustrated with the hypocritical actions of "religious" people.

You may be a prisoner, a prostitute or someone with a culturally "taboo" illness. You might be in a physical, emotional or spiritual prison . . . you feel that you are alone and not worthy. Jesus came to earth just for you. His arms are open, and He can show you a freedom that you could never have imagined. Not only did He create you, but He also loves you.