Jesus digs into to our hearts by challenging us to examine our greatest treasure: is it our money or our God? He urges us to ask who we really serve. Are you ready to ask yourself some hard questions? The answers will show you why treasuring God...

As we continue our sermon series on GOD'S NEW HUMANITY we find ourselves at the center of Jesus' Sermon on the Mount—the centerpiece of his teaching. And what we find surrounded by all these heart–centered expectations of Christ are the subjects of prayer and forgiveness. It seems to be a refreshing rest stop for the disciples as they learn about their access to the heart of God (prayer), and their gift from the heart of God (forgiveness). What privileged benefits of GOD'S NEW HUMANITY for the follower of Jesus Christ.

As we continue our sermon series on GOD'S NEW HUMANITY we find ourselves at the center of Jesus' Sermon on the Mount—the centerpiece of his teaching. And what we find surrounded by all these heart–centered expectations of Christ are the...

As part of the new humanity, we are called to "let your light shine before others, so they may see your good works and glorify your Father in heaven." However, Jesus cares about more than just outward performance. He cares about why we do what we do. This week we will examine our motives for why we practice our righteousness. Is it to be seen by others, to impress them and gain their approval? Or is it an act of love for our Father since we know we already have his approval because of Jesus? Our motives make all the difference.

As part of the new humanity, we are called to "let your light shine before others, so they may see your good works and glorify your Father in heaven." However, Jesus cares about more than just outward performance. He cares about why we do what we...

God’s loving commands always mirror his own character. He wants his new humanity to reflect his own glory. That’s why Jesus fulfilled God’s law and explained how we can too. Following God from our hearts is the only way to obey and be just like our heavenly Father.

God’s loving commands always mirror his own character. He wants his new humanity to reflect his own glory. That’s why Jesus fulfilled God’s law and explained how we can too. Following God from our hearts is the only way to obey and be just like...

The Law. What do you think about when you hear that word. How do you feel? Is it scary or intimidating? Or do you agree with the psalmist who said in Psalm 119, "Oh, how I love your law! I meditate on it all day long." Christ came to fulfill the law, give his people a new heart and forever change the way we think of the law.

The Law. What do you think about when you hear that word. How do you feel? Is it scary or intimidating? Or do you agree with the psalmist who said in Psalm 119, "Oh, how I love your law! I meditate on it all day long." Christ came to fulfill the...

When you’re hungry for a tasty meal, doesn’t a little salt make a big difference? Isn’t a flashlight a lifesaver when you need to see in the dark? Jesus uses these two simple metaphors to remind us that as God’s new humanity, we are called to make a difference. This week we will be challenged to draw attention to our God and his kingdom by our good deeds in a world of decay and darkness.