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In this episode, Pastor Craig Herbert delivers a powerful message on the Sermon on the Mount, focusing on Matthew 7:7-12. Drawing from personal experiences, including the poignant story of his father-in-law's passing, he explores the profound meaning of prayer and seeking God even in our moments of confusion and grief. The message centers on Ask, Seek, Knock this simple yet powerful principle encapsulates Christ's teachings. Through practical examples and biblical references, and how this fundamental truth should govern our daily interactions, leading to transformation in our relationships and community. This message serves as a reminder that our faith should move beyond mere knowledge to active demonstration of Christ's love in our lives.

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In this episode, Pastor Craig Herbert delivers a powerful message on the Sermon on the Mount, focusing on living under the rule and reign of Jesus. Drawing from Matthew 7:1-6, this sermon emphasizes the importance of self-examination over judging others, the dangers of hypocrisy, and the call to build life foundations centered on God. We encourage you to reflect on your own hearts, prioritize humility and love, and reverse judgmental attitudes through Christ's mercy. This thought-provoking teaching challenges believers to grow in faith and live out their salvation authentically.

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.In this enlightening episode, we delve deep into Jesus' teachings from Matthew 6:19-34, exploring the profound connection between our treasures and our anxieties. Pastor Craig Herbert unpacks the spiritual principles behind Jesus' words on the Mount, revealing how our pursuit of earthly treasures often leads to anxiety and spiritual blindness. Through careful examination of Scripture, we discover the transformative power of seeking God's kingdom first and the promise of His provision. This message challenges listeners to evaluate where their true treasures lie while offering practical insights on living with faith instead of fear, ultimately pointing to the existing rewards of God's kingdom available to us today.

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In this sermon, Craig Herbert explores Matthew 6:11-18, focusing on three key practices of Christian life: giving, prayer, and fasting. He emphasizes the importance of maintaining these practices in secret, cultivating an internal righteousness that goes beyond outward appearances. The message challenges believers to examine whether their Christianity is real or hypothetical, stressing the significance of genuine relationship with God over performative spirituality. Herbert provides practical insights on how these three practices relate to our connections with others (giving), God (prayer), and ourselves (fasting), all while emphasizing the importance of doing these things with pure motives and sincere hearts.

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In this episode, we continue our "Sermon on the Mount" series. Craig explores Jesus' profound teaching on oaths and integrity in Matthew 5:33-37. We delve into how Christ calls us to a higher standard of truthfulness in our speech and commitments, emphasizing that our word should be trustworthy without the need for elaborate oaths. The discussion extends to the harmful effects of gossip and the importance of speaking with godly integrity. Through practical examples and biblical references, we learn how our speech reflects our heart condition and impacts our witness as Christians.

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In this episode, we continue our Sermon on the Mount series with Craig exploring the biblical perspective on marriage and relationships. Drawing from Ephesians and examining Christ's teachings, this message delves into God's perfect plan for marriage and how it reflects Christ's relationship with the church.

We explore how biblical submission is properly understood through the lens of Christ's love and mutual respect, while examining the husband's sacred calling to demonstrate sacrificial love that mirrors Christ's devotion to the church. The message delves into God's original design for marriage and His redemptive plan for relationships facing difficulties, while offering practical guidance for couples seeking to build and maintain Christ-centered marriages.

This message offers valuable insights for married couples, engaged couples, and singles alike, demonstrating how God's grace empowers us to build relationships that reflect Christ's love for His church.

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Join us in this special holiday series, Songs of the Season, as we explore the deeper meaning behind familiar Christmas carols. In this episode, we'll explore the 8th-century hymn "O Come, O Come Emmanuel" as Craig Herbert uncovers the rich meaning behind the names of Christ woven throughout its verses. Drawing from both Old and New Testament scriptures, we discover how titles like Emmanuel, Day Spring, and Key of David reveal different aspects of Jesus's character and mission. Through this beloved carol, we're reminded not only of Christ's first coming but also of our anticipation of His return. We explore how this timeless hymn connects ancient prophecies to our present-day understanding of Christ's role as our Savior.

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Join us in this special holiday series, Songs of the Season, as we explore the deeper meaning behind familiar Christmas carols. In this episode, we’ll look at a classic song, "Go Tell It on the Mountain," as Craig challenges us to share our faith during the holiday season intentionally. He introduces a practical framework for sharing the gospel story, breaking it into four key components: God's design, human brokenness, Jesus's redemption, and new creation in Christ. Drawing from the historical example of shepherds and slaves who eagerly shared the good news, this message encourages listeners to find natural opportunities to discuss faith with others during Christmas. We explore how Christmas carols' rich history and meaning can open doors to meaningful spiritual discussions during this special time of year.

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Join us in this special holiday series, Songs of the Season, as we explore the profound meaning behind the beloved Christmas songs. In this episode we’ll look at a classic hymn "Joy to the World" and its surprising origins. Craig dives into how Psalms 98 inspired Isaac Watts to write this timeless song and how it wasn't originally intended as a Christmas carol. We'll unpack the deeper theological significance of joy in Christian worship, examining the connection of the song and how Jesus's reign of love gives us lasting reason to rejoice. This episode challenges listeners to reflect on how we receive God in our lives and what it truly means to be joyful participants in God's kingdom and asks use to look for the deeper significance in some of our favorite holiday classics.

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In this episode, we delve into Part 9 of our "Sermon on the Mount" series, focusing on the topic of The Power of Community. Daniel Rivera in this compelling episode of our Sermon on the Mount series. Drawing from foundational scriptures in Acts and Romans, we explore why authentic community isn't just a weekly gathering - it's God's design for our spiritual flourishing. We explore how living out the Great Commandment creates vibrant community life, drawing insights from the early church's radical commitment to fellowship as described in Acts 2:42-47. We discuss practical biblical wisdom for building lasting relationships despite our human imperfections, and examine why isolation weakens our faith while unity with fellow believers strengthens our spiritual journey.

Through powerful illustrations, including lessons from the US Marine Confidence Course, we discover how Christian community - like a well-trained unit - creates an impact far greater than individual effort alone. This thought-provoking episode challenges us to move beyond surface-level connections and embrace the deep, transformative relationships God intends for His church. Whether you're a seasoned believer or just beginning to explore faith in community, you'll find practical wisdom for building meaningful connections that last.

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