“You’re flying off the handle” is a phrase used by older generations to describe someone who is reacting unexpectedly. Jesus calls his followers to do the same but in a positive way. How can Christ-followers react to people and situations that adds life to them. Psalm 103:8-12James 1:19-27Matthew 5:33-42

Joseph was a man who had been purified. His heart was fully devoted to God. Because of that, he was able to resist the strong temptation to add something to his life that would have contaminated him. Today we learn the importance of seeking honest, healthy relationships. Genesis 39:5-152 Tim. 2:20-26Matthew 5:27-32

Conflict is inevitable. Whenever two or more people are in close proximity to one another a heightened possibility of conflict exists. If conflict stems from anger -- which is what Jesus said -- how do we manage our anger and manage conflict? Gen. 4:1-7 Eph. 2:11-19 Matthew 5:21-26

Christians are to influence and impact the world. Jesus called his followers not to hide away from society, but to actively engage those who don’t know him. As Christ-followers, how can we influence people in a positive way?Joshua 1:8, 24:14-151 Peter 3:13-18Matthew 5:13-20

The Christian life is about character. In fact, it is all about character. It’s about being before doing. In the Sermon on the Mount, we see Jesus teaching about the life we, as Christ-followers, are blessed to live. Gen. 12:1-5Heb. 11:4-11Matthew 5:1-12

Team-work is God-work. When we are brought to faith, we are brought into a family -- a community -- a team. Today, we learn about the opportunities we have at Trinity to be part of the team.Ecclesiastes 4:7-121 Cor. 12:12-26Luke 5:1-11

Sometimes, we forget all that God does for us. He blesses us with Summer. He gives us times of rest. He provides our daily needs. When was the last time you thanked Jesus specifically for all his kindness? He welcomes our gratitude. Prov. 4:10–14, 20-23Gal. 5:16–24Luke 17:11–19

How do you treat people you dislike? In today's parable, Jesus challenges the everyday actions and prejudices of those who called themselves Christ-followers.Psalm 32: 8-11Gal. 3:21–22Luke 10:23–37

One of the key worries in life centers around money. “Will I have enough to retire?” “Did I save enough for my kid’s education?” “The debt is crushing my emotional reserves!” God has plenty to say about money management but his overarching desire is that you put him first in all things. Psalm 62:5-121 Tim. 6:11-19Matthew 6:25-34

The process of building muscle is simple breaking down the fibers in order for the body to build new, larger and stronger ones. In the same way, struggles in faith can help us if we chose to grow our roots deep in the Lord who promises to never leave us alone in the trials that build faith. Isaiah 58:1-7James 1:1-8 John 5:31-36