Is faith a good work that makes us righteous? Is it then somewhat of works that we are saved? What is faith, and why is it not considered a personal work of righteousness?

In Matthew 5:42, Christ gives a straight forward command on how to deal with people who come to you with a need. Meet it. Period.

Listen as we discuss how a Christian should live a life that is hard to understand when it comes to generosity.

In this sermon, we deal with Jesus' teaching in Matthew 5:38-41 about how to respond to those who come against us. If we are not radically different than our neighbors, then we can conclude we are not Christ-like in this regard.

This brief overview of God's purpose and plan for the church reveals and encourages us with a sense of clarity for our commission.

We will begin working through "Honest Evangelism" by Rico Tice. This will be an effort to overcoming our fears revolving around making "news" out of the "good" that Christ has for us. This lesson introduces the basics of evangelism in preparation for the book study.

Let's be honest with each other. No, Actually, let's talk about how we are undercover liars. We don't even see it. It's in our blood because of how our society has worked since birth. Lying is part of the economy. Let's change that trend.

What good is the resurrection to me? Let's look forward to dying. It's not a bad thing. It's a good thing, and should be our great desire. Not because of the pain, but because of the gain.

Divorce is one of the most sensitive and "triggering" subjects of our day. But what does Jesus say about it? Is divorce ever allowable? Why did Moses allow it? Can I get married again after divorce? How should I approach the subject before even thinking about it?

How is it a good thing that God is my judge? Doesn't He see all the sins I've ever committed? Why would I want to be judged by the One who knows everything about me?

Aslan also makes an appearance.

Did you know that God's love is something you can actually enjoy? That's worth sitting and savoring, and enjoying seconds and thirds of.

But don't get too fat. Go out and give some to somebody else.