Today we begin Matthew 6, and Jesus takes us straight to the heart. Are we following Him because we genuinely love Him, or because we want others to see us as “good Christians”? In Matthew 6:1-4, we talk about giving, hypocrisy, and the importance of checking our motives. Jesus reminds us that our relationship with Him isn’t about human praise—it’s about a heart that truly desires to honor God.

In today’s What Else episode of Mac and Cheese and What Else?, we dive into one of the Fruit of the Spirit—JOY! We’ll talk about the difference between joy and happiness, why our joy must be rooted in Jesus, and how we can hold onto joy through sin, trials, and difficult seasons. Join me as we learn what it means to rejoice in who God is and all He has brought us through.

In today’s episode of Mac and Cheese and What Else?, we wrap up Matthew 5 with some challenging teachings from Jesus about keeping our word, turning the other cheek, giving generously, and loving our enemies. We’ll also unpack what Jesus means when He tells us to “be perfect” and how sanctification reminds us that following Jesus is a lifelong process. Join me as we learn that these teachings aren’t about earning salvation—they’re about growing closer to the One who already saved us.

In today’s episode of Mac and Cheese and What Else?, we dive into some of Jesus’ harder teachings in Matthew 5 about anger, murder, lust, and adultery. Jesus challenges us to look beyond our outward actions and examine what is happening in our hearts. This is a tough heart check, but it reminds us of just how much we need a Savior. Join me as we talk through these difficult truths, forgiveness, repentance, and the grace we have through Jesus.

In today’s episode of Mac and Cheese and What Else?, we continue through Matthew 5 as Jesus calls us to be the salt of the earth and the light of the world. What does it look like to live so deeply rooted in Jesus that others become thirsty for Him? We’ll also talk about righteousness, the law, and the difference between outward rule-following and a heart truly changed by Christ.

In today's episode of Mac and Cheese and What Else?, we begin Matthew 5 by exploring the Beatitudes—the opening of Jesus' Sermon on the Mount. Together we'll look at what it truly means to be blessed and how these characteristics reflect a heart that is growing closer to God. Join me as we take a practical overview of each Beatitude and discover how we can live them out through God's grace, not to earn His love, but because of the love He has already shown us.

It's Friday, which means it's time for the "What Else?" side of Mac and Cheese and What Else?! As we continue our series on the Fruit of the Spirit, we're starting with the fruit that lays the foundation for all the others: love.

In this episode, we'll explore what biblical love really is—not just an emotion, but a choice and an action. We'll look at God's perfect, sacrificial love through the lens of John 3:16, unpack the meaning of agape love, and discover how 1 Corinthians 13 gives us a practical picture of what loving others should look like every day.

Whether it's loving family, friends, coworkers, or even difficult people, God's love sets the standard. While none of us loves perfectly, the Holy Spirit is continually shaping us to love more like Christ.

Join me as we learn how to receive God's incredible love and reflect it to the world around us—not to earn His love, but because He first loved us.

What does it really mean to follow Jesus?

In this episode of Mac and Cheese and What Else?, we're diving into Matthew 4:12–25, where Jesus begins His public ministry, fulfills prophecy, calls His first disciples, and proclaims the life-changing message: "Repent, for the Kingdom of Heaven has come near."

Together, we'll explore why Jesus' move to Galilee mattered, the beautiful contrast between light and darkness, what it meant for ordinary fishermen to leave everything behind, and how Jesus' ministry revealed His compassion, authority, and power.

Most importantly, we'll reflect on what this passage means for us today. Are we willing to leave behind the things that keep us from fully following Christ? Are we walking in the light He offers, or are we still holding on to the darkness?

Join me as we discover how Jesus' invitation to His first disciples is the same invitation He extends to each of us today: Come, follow Me.

Temptation is something every one of us faces—but how do we respond when it comes?

In this episode of Mac and Cheese and What Else?, we're diving into Matthew 4:1–11, where Jesus is led into the wilderness and tempted by Satan after fasting for forty days. We'll unpack why this moment was so significant, how Jesus succeeded where Adam and Israel failed, and why His response to every temptation was rooted in the truth of God's Word.

We'll also explore what temptation really is, why Satan twists Scripture, and how Jesus models complete trust and obedience to the Father—even when the easier path is offered.

If you've ever struggled with temptation, felt discouraged by failure, or wondered how to stand firm in your faith, this episode is a reminder that Jesus understands our struggles and has already won the victory. Through His example and the power of the Holy Spirit, we can resist temptation, repent when we fall, and continue drawing closer to God every day.

In today's episode of Mac and Cheese and What Else?, we're studying Matthew 3:13–17 and taking a closer look at one of the most significant moments before Jesus began His public ministry. We'll explore why Jesus chose to be baptized, what it means to "fulfill all righteousness," and the beautiful picture of the Trinity revealed as the Father speaks, the Spirit descends like a dove, and the Son stands in the water.

We'll also talk about what baptism means for believers today—not as a way to earn salvation, but as an outward expression of the inward transformation Christ has already made.

Join me as we discover how Jesus willingly identified with sinners, perfectly obeyed the Father's will, and became the perfect Savior we could never be for ourselves.