Central's Sermon Podcast

Jesus is the one with clean hands and a pure heart. Jesus is the one who entered into the Holy Place and turned around and opened the door for sinners like you and me. Brett McDonald | Senior Pastor

Those who have received mercy are in a place where they can remember what it was like when they were desperate and lost and in need. They remember mercy. And that mercy changes the way they treat everyone around them.

Brett McDonald | Senior Pastor

Matthew 5:7

True happiness comes through the pursuit of God's righteousness.

Brett McDonald | Senior Pastor

Matthew 5:6

Jesus is not calling us to something he avoided. He suffered unjustly, but he just kept on trusting his Father. How do you become meek? Look to Jesus.

Brett McDonald | Senior Pastor

Matthew 5:5

Grief is temporary for God's people because one day we will finally arrive at our destination.

Brett McDonald | Senior Pastor

God's very best blessings belong to the ones who know they're the least deserving of them.

Brett McDonald | Senior Pastor

Are you a disciple or are you part of the crowd?

The crowd stays on the fringes and wonders, "What's in it for me?" The crowd leaves when Jesus says something they don't like. The crowd is there for the spectacle or to be seen by others.

But disciples draw near. They listen. They learn. They surrender. Because they know who Jesus is and what he is worth. And they know he deserves all of our allegiance.

Brett McDonald | Senior Pastor

Matthew 4:18-5:2

Let Heaven rule your whole life.

Heaven's peace in your heart.

Heaven's gratitude in your mouth.

God's word dwelling in you.

Let all of your life be directed by heavenly priorities.

Brett McDonald | Senior Pastor

The earth is restored. No more disaster. No more injustice. No more sickness. No more death. Relationships perfected. No more misunderstanding. No more jealousy. No more hatred. No more unforgiveness. Face to face with God. In his city. With his people. Perfectly enjoying his presence in our new home forever.

Brett McDonald | Senior Pastor

Heaven is a real place. There's a place for you there. You are wanted there. And Jesus is the way. So don't let your heart be troubled today. Trust Jesus when he says he's gone to prepare a place for you. Brett McDonald | Senior Pastor