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Read OnlineA Stark Contrast“Get behind me, Satan! You are an obstacle to me. You are thinking not as God does, but as human beings do.” Matthew 16:23This scene likely unfolds in or near Caesarea Philippi, a Gentile region steeped in pagan worship. There, at the mouth of a cave long associated with the entrance to the netherworld—believed by some pagans to be the very gate of Hades—Jesus had just questioned His disciples: “Who do people say that the Son of Man is?” and then more directly, “But who do you say that I am?” (cf. Matthew 16:13–15). Peter, speaking with conviction on behalf of the Twelve, boldly proclaimed, “You are the Messiah, the Son of the living God” (Matthew 16:16). Jesus responded by declaring him “Peter,” the rock upon which He would build His Church, promising that “the gates of hell shall not prevail against it.”Just moments later, Jesus issues one of the strongest rebukes recorded in the Gospels: “Get behind me, Satan!” The same Peter who had just spoken divine truth now speaks human fear and shortsightedness. In trying to dissuade Jesus from His suffering and death, Peter unknowingly opposes the very mission of the Messiah. Jesus calls this mindset not merely a mistake, but a diabolical temptation—echoing the same temptation He faced in the desert, when satan sought to lure Him away from the Cross with promises of worldly glory.What a stark contrast. Peter goes from being the rock of faith to an obstacle in the Lord's path. But why was Jesus so severe in His response?Because the stakes were eternal. The Cross is not optional. It is the means of salvation—not just for Jesus, but for all who would follow Him. To think otherwise, even with good intention, is to prefer human comfort over divine wisdom. Peter's protest reflects a natural aversion to suffering, but Jesus exposes it for what it truly is: a stumbling block to the will of the Father.This dramatic Gospel scene is recorded for a reason. By calling Peter “Satan,” Jesus wanted to warn him, and us, of the real and ever-present danger of rejecting the way of the Cross. Like Peter, we can easily fall into the trap of wishful thinking and misguided compassion by saying about ourselves or those close to us, “God forbid, Lord! No such thing shall ever happen…” We are saying, in essence: “Lord, please make sure that neither I nor anyone I love ever has to suffer!” But such a prayer, though well-meaning, is clearly mistaken, and Jesus wants that point to be clearly understood.Peter was troubled because “Jesus began to show his disciples that he must go to Jerusalem and suffer greatly from the elders, the chief priests, and the scribes, and be killed and on the third day be raised.” But all that Jesus revealed about His suffering was good—very good. Though His suffering was inflicted by the sins of others, His free and loving embrace of that suffering was the greatest act of love the world has ever known. Peter was blinded to this truth. He could not yet see beyond the horror of suffering to the divine good that would come through Jesus' sacrificial embrace of it.Reflect today on Peter's and Jesus' words: “God forbid, Lord!” and “Get behind me, Satan!” In this exchange, Jesus is also speaking to each of us, saying, “Never run from the Cross!” We must never flee from a selfless and sacrificial embrace of suffering, even when that suffering is unjust. God can and will transform all freely embraced suffering into a means of His eternal glory and our sanctification. With our Lord, reject the evil one's false empathy. Reject the lie that suffering is meaningless. Choose instead to lay down your life in love with Christ, and in doing so, you will rise with Him, victorious over every sin and diabolical lie, overcoming even the sufferings of this life through your free and faithful embrace.My compassionate Lord, Your firm rebuke of Peter was direct, powerful, and loving. Rather than offering false comfort or misleading empathy, You spoke a hard truth to awaken Peter—and all of us—to the spiritual necessity of the Cross. Grant me the grace, dear Lord, to say “Yes” to the suffering I must face. May I embrace it not with fear or resistance, but with a heart filled with Your love and unwavering courage. Jesus, I trust in You.Image: Wilfredor, CC0, via Wikimedia CommonsSource: Free RSS feed from catholic-daily-reflections.com — Copyright © 2026 My Catholic Life! Inc. All rights reserved. This content is provided solely for personal, non-commercial use. Redistribution, republication, or commercial use — including use within apps with advertising — is strictly prohibited without written permission.

In the feeding of the 5,000, Jesus teaches His disciples essential lessons about what it means to be used by God. Ministry begins with compassion, accepts responsibility, develops others, and trusts God rather than human resources. We are not the producers. We are the distributors. God supplies what is needed. Our responsibility is to faithfully use what He places in our hands and allow His provision to flow through us to others. Hashtags #BeingUsedByGod #Matthew14 #FeedingThe5000 #JesusChrist #BibleTeaching #ChristianLeadership #ChristianMinistry #TrustGod #GodsProvision #BiblicalLeadership #Faith #Discipleship #BrandonHolthaus #RockHarborChurch

In the feeding of the 5,000, Jesus teaches His disciples essential lessons about what it means to be used by God. Ministry begins with compassion, accepts responsibility, develops others, and trusts God rather than human resources. We are not the producers. We are the distributors. God supplies what is needed. Our responsibility is to faithfully use what He places in our hands and allow His provision to flow through us to others. Hashtags #BeingUsedByGod #Matthew14 #FeedingThe5000 #JesusChrist #BibleTeaching #ChristianLeadership #ChristianMinistry #TrustGod #GodsProvision #BiblicalLeadership #Faith #Discipleship #BrandonHolthaus #RockHarborChurch

"Don't hoard treasure down here... Stockpile treasure in heaven, where it's safe from moth and rust and burglars." — Matthew 6:19–20 Donate to Water For Life Day : https://convoyofhope.org.au/water-for-life/thelight/ What if the biggest danger isn't having money or possessions—but becoming so comfortable that we forget we need God? In this episode of Everyday Joy, Ash is joined by Kate for an honest and challenging conversation about possessions, comfort, generosity and what we're actually living for. Together, they unpack Jesus' words in Matthew 6 about storing up treasure in heaven rather than building our lives around things that eventually break, disappear or get taken away. They explore why this can be particularly challenging in the Western world, where comfort is so readily available that we can sometimes go days—or even weeks—without acknowledging how much we need God. Kate shares honestly about the sentimental things she's held onto after losing her mum, and how possessions can slowly move from something we enjoy into something that weighs us down. Ash and Kate also explore the difference between having possessions and being possessed by them, and why the real question isn't necessarily how much money we have, but how tightly we're holding onto it. The conversation challenges us to think about what it means to live with an open hand: Am I willing to have less if it means someone else can be blessed? Am I using what God has given me for myself—or for His kingdom? Because Jesus' teaching isn't simply about having less. It's about investing in what lasts. Generosity, caring for the poor, serving others and using our resources to make an eternal difference are the kinds of treasures that don't disappear when the things around us do. If you've ever wondered whether your pursuit of comfort, money or possessions is becoming too important—or simply want to rethink what it means to live generously—this conversation will challenge you to loosen your grip, refocus your priorities and ask what you're really building your life around.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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We all have routines that shape us, but not every routine brings life. Join Celebration Church Orlando as we look at Matthew 6 and discover that the rhythms Jesus invites us into aren't demands, but invitations to meet with God. If you've been longing for a faith that feels less like obligation and more like connection with God, this message is for you.Connect with Us:Next Steps: https://celebrationorl.org/Subscribe: Don't miss an episode or message—follow along!Follow Us: Instagram: https://bit.ly/2MConG0 / Facebook: https://bit.ly/2Yxe6h7Feedback: Have questions? Need prayer? DM @celebrationorl or email celebra...

Pastor Chad Kincer's sermon on Matthew 6:25–34 reminds us that Jesus' command not to be anxious is rooted in the truth that we have a Father who sees us, cares for us, and knows what we need. Instead of getting trapped in our own thoughts and fears, Jesus invites us to look outside ourselves and trust the Father's presence and provision, remembering that if He cares for the birds and flowers, how much more does He care for us. Ultimately, Jesus lived this teaching Himself through Gethsemane and the cross, showing us that even in our darkest moments, our Father knows the way out the other side.

"Focus: Talking with God"Matthew 6:5-13Matt Roe, Senior PastoOriginal Date: August 2, 2026

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Devoted to God - Matthew 6:22-24

The world put Jesus on trial the first time, but He will return as the King and Judge and put the world on trial. 

Jesus' parables about the Kingdom of Heaven answer some of the deepest questions of the human heart. Ones like: “Why is the world so broken? Why does evil seem to be winning? God, do you care? Are you going to do anything about this mess?” And “Why do your purposes seem to move so slowly? How will you accomplish your will through what seems weak, hidden and insignificant?” In Matthew 13:24-43 when Jesus communicates three more parables, he isn't interested in simply giving you information – he is fiercely interested in your spiritual formation. The Kingdom of Heaven is a reality he wants you to enter and go on to embody. A reality that brings comfort in the face of evil, patience when all we want are immediate results and trust in the hidden, but totally pervasive, work of God.

Preached during Joyful Hour Sunday Service Elder Damilare Oladimeji

In this episode, Je'Qwan Owens preaches through Matthew as we begin the New Testament in our multi-year Heart of God Series preaching through every book in the Bible. 

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Summer On the Mount: A Life That Makes People Hungry for God (Matthew 5:13–16) Pastor Edward Arias by Lifehouse

“Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see God” (Matthew 5:8). With these words, Jesus reveals both the character of a true kingdom citizen and the incredible reward promised by God. In a world that often celebrates outward appearance, Jesus points deeper, to the heart. The purity that God desires is not merely external morality or religious activity, but a heart completely devoted to Him, shaped by love for God and a desire to live according to His will. Yet this command also reveals our great need. None of us can make our hearts pure through our own efforts. Our sin has corrupted us and separated us from the holiness of God. But the good news of the gospel is that Jesus provides the purity we could never achieve. Through His sacrificial death on the cross, He cleanses us from sin and gives us a new standing before God. Through the Holy Spirit, He continues His work within us, transforming our desires and enabling us to pursue a life of faithful devotion. The pursuit of purity is not about earning God's love, but responding to the grace we have already received in Christ. And the ultimate reward is beyond anything this world can offer: the joy of seeing God, knowing Him fully, and dwelling with Him forever. The pure in heart will receive the greatest blessing of all, eternity in the presence of their King.Series: The Beatitudes: Kingdom Living in a Fallen World Title: The Pure in Heart: The Reward of Purity Scripture: Matthew 5:8 Speaker: Pastor David Hallett

We talk about emotional clutter and why hidden burdens can make life feel heavy even when everything looks “fine” on the outside. We break down how to process what hurts instead of carrying it, using Scripture and simple practices that lead to real rest for your soul. • emotional clutter as unprocessed feelings, thoughts, stress, and unhealed moments • the difference between processing and carrying, with the delivery truck and big box examples • how buried emotions resurface as irritability, anxiety, overthinking, numbness, and exhaustion • why we avoid processing: busyness, fear of feeling it again, not knowing how, being taught to “move on” • Psalm 62:8 and the practice of pouring out your heart to God • Matthew 11:28-30 and the promise of rest for the weary and burdened • a clear path to decluttering: name it, process it, release it, create quiet space • praying out loud and journaling as tools to make emotions concrete and manageable So the challenge is can you start clearing the clutter this week by by naming it, naming it, then processing it, whatever way that is, then releasing it to God, and then and then create that space for Him to communicate with you. https://aarondegler.com/

May 27, 2026Today's Reading: Genesis 11:1-9Daily Lectionary: Numbers 23:4-28; Luke 22:47-71“Therefore its name was called Babel, because there the LORD confused the language of all the earth. And from there the LORD dispersed them over the face of all the earth.” (Genesis 11:9)In the Name + of Jesus. Amen.When Noah and his family left the ark, God sent them forth with the blessing He had first given to Adam and Eve; “And you, be fruitful and multiply, increase greatly on the earth and multiply in it,” (Genesis 9:7). Maybe it was just sinful pride or perhaps it was out of fear that God would go back on His promise and send another flood upon the earth, Noah's descendants willfully disobeyed God's directions. Instead of multiplying on the earth, they said, “Come, let us build ourselves a city and a tower with its top in the heavens, and let us make a name for ourselves, lest we be dispersed over the face of the whole earth,” (Genesis 11:4).In response to this sinfulness, God came down and confused their language, and He dispersed them across the earth. This event not only explains the origins of the different races and languages on the earth, it also teaches us an important lesson about the nature of sin. Sin always causes division. Sin divides us from God, and it divides us from one another. Whether in sinful pride or because we fail to trust God as we should, every sin we commit is a crime against God or our neighbors, or both. We hurt ourselves and we hurt others. Our relationship with God is strained, and our earthly relationships are also hampered. Many of you have probably seen that sin has the power to destroy even the strongest bonds. Thankfully, on Pentecost, the Holy Spirit shows us that there is something even stronger than sin, with the power to heal broken relationships and bring us back together. That, of course, is the blood of Jesus, which covers all our sins. When the Holy Spirit descended on the Apostles that day, He gave them the ability to preach the Gospel in different languages, so that each person might hear “in our own tongues the mighty works of God” (Acts 2:11). With that, the curse of Babel began to unravel. Today, as the Holy Spirit comes to us through God's Means Of Grace, He cleanses us in the blood of Jesus and reconciles us to God. That means that our relationship with God has been restored. God no longer regards us as enemies, but as His own beloved children (Romans 5:10, Ephesians 2:12-13). And with that, God also begins to reconcile us to each other. In forgiving our sins, the Holy Spirit is both teaching and empowering us to forgive others as we have been forgiven by God (Matthew 6:12, Colossians 3:13), so that we might live as God's children, united and at peace with those around us. In the Name + of Jesus. Amen.O God, through Your Son, Jesus Christ, You reconciled the world to Yourself and have given to Your Church the ministry of reconciliation. Strengthened by Your forgiveness, grant that Your whole Church may live in the unity of the Spirit and the bond of peace; through Jesus Christ, Your Son, our Lord. Amen.Rev. Aric Fenske, Executive Director of Lutherans for Life.

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Pastor Seth Troutt continues our series, **“The Blessed Life,”** by unpacking Jesus' words, *“Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called sons of God”* (Matthew 5:9). In a world filled with conflict, gossip, and division, what does it actually mean to resemble our Father in heaven by making peace?Drawing from Scripture and everyday life, Pastor Seth explores how true peacemaking begins with peace with God through Christ and then flows into our relationships—with friends, family, enemies, and even those who have deeply hurt us. He also contrasts real, costly peacemaking with both destructive conflict and a shallow “peace, peace” that ignores reality.Whether you struggle with conflict avoidance, anger, gossip, or just feel overwhelmed by broken relationships, this message will help you see both the hope and the responsibility of living as a peacemaker.---⏱️ **Message Outline****00:00 – Introduction**  Seth opens with a personal story about resembling his earthly father and connects it to how followers of Jesus are called to resemble their Father in heaven. He introduces Matthew 5:9 and frames the sermon around what it means to be a peacemaker in a fractured world.**03:54 – Anti-peace Makers**  Before defining biblical peacemaking, Seth looks at its opposites: gossip, slander, division, faction-building, and false “peace.” He shows how our culture often celebrates these patterns, and how even Christians can justify them. He also explains the danger of saying “peace, peace” when there is no peace, and how Jesus disrupts false peace in order to bring true reconciliation.**25:58 – The Ultimate Peacemaker**  Here Seth turns to Jesus as the model and source of all peacemaking. He walks through how Christ makes peace between God and people through the cross, and how Jesus brings peace to surprising groups: sellouts, outcasts, oppressors, obvious sinners, judgmental religious people, and even close friends who have failed Him. From 2 Corinthians 5, he explains our calling as ambassadors of reconciliation.**34:30 – Wisdom for Peacemaking**  In this final section, Seth offers practical, biblical wisdom for living as peacemakers: seeking first to understand, refusing one-sided narratives, resisting gossip, and doing “as far as it depends on you” to live at peace with others (Romans 12:18). He also addresses why we often struggle to make peace—our insecurity before God—and calls us back to the grace and security we have in Christ as the foundation for real peacemaking.---This message is part of **“The Blessed Life”** series through the Beatitudes, exploring what it truly means to live under the blessing of Jesus in everyday life.00:00 - Introduction03:54 - Anti-peace Makers25:58 - The Ultimate peacemaker34:30 - Wisdom for peacemaking**HOW TO FIND US*** SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YouTube CHANNEL: https://www.youtube.com/@IronwoodChurchAZFACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/ironwoodchurchaz/ INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/ironwood.church/WEBSITE https://www.ironwoodchurch.org/

Matthew 3:13-17 Michael Lawrence May 24, 2026

Why do I know what's true, but still feel stuck, powerless, or unchanged?Jesus shows us that faith was never meant to be only knowledge—it was meant to be power through the Holy Spirit (Luke 24:44–49). Yet He also warns that it's possible to know Scripture and still miss the power of God (Matthew 22:29).This message explores what it means to live by the Holy Spirit's power in everyday life—identity, conviction, wisdom, and courage—not just moments of inspiration. The Spirit doesn't just inform us; He transforms us, helps us, and empowers us to be witnesses (Acts 1:8, John 16).If your faith has felt dry or disconnected, this is an invitation to something deeper than information—real life with God's presence and power.Watch and reflect as you consider what it means to truly live by the Holy Spirit.

Pastor Luke Simmons explores what Jesus means when he says, “Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see God” (Matthew 5:8). In this message from our series “A Blessed Life,” Luke unpacks what the Bible means by “heart,” why purity of heart matters, and how it clears or clouds our vision of God. He also shows how we can pursue a pure heart through trusting Christ and guarding what we allow to shape our inner life.BOOKMARKS:00:00 - Introduction: Until Initiative update & breaking ground05:39 - Big Idea: Your vision of God is clarified or clouded by your heart06:46 - Your Heart: What the Bible actually means by “heart”11:14 - Pure in Heart: Internal vs. external and the single-minded heart15:59 - Seeing God: What it means to “see” God now and in eternity24:25 - Pursue Purity of Heart: Put your hope in Jesus and guard your heart**HOW TO FIND US*** SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YouTube CHANNEL: https://www.youtube.com/@IronwoodChurchAZFACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/ironwoodchurchaz/ INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/ironwood.church/WEBSITE https://www.ironwoodchurch.org/

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Threshold Four : Seeking After God | Matthew 13:44-46; Luke 19:1-10 by Osterville Baptist Church

Study session scripture: Romans 8:15-25For you did not receive the spirit of slavery to fall back into fear, but you have received the Spirit of adoption as sons, by whom we cry, “Abba! Father!” The Spirit himself bears witness with our spirit that we are children of God, and if children, then heirs—heirs of God and fellow heirs with Christ, provided we suffer with him in order that we may also be glorified with him. For I consider that the sufferings of this present time are not worth comparing with the glory that is to be revealed to us. For the creation waits with eager longing for the revealing of the sons of God. For the creation was subjected to futility, not willingly, but because of him who subjected it, in hope that the creation itself will be set free from its bondage to corruption and obtain the freedom of the glory of the children of God. For we know that the whole creation has been groaning together in the pains of childbirth until now. And not only the creation, but we ourselves, who have the first fruits of the Spirit, groan inwardly as we wait eagerly for adoption as sons, the redemption of our bodies. For in this hope we were saved. Now hope that is seen is not hope. For who hopes for what he sees? But if we hope for what we do not see, we wait for it with patience.Study session topics:Children of God (vv. 15-17) Here Paul fully lays out how profound our new standing with God is Paul briefly touched on it in 5:1-5 -Peace with God--we are no longer God's enemies This grace in which we stand--we have a new standing before God We are not merely slaves or servants of God (though we are those things as well) "Adoption"--this word choice is important Only Paul uses this word in the New Testament, and it doesn't appear in the Old Testament at all How close to God are we as sons? The Holy Spirit allows us to call Him "Abba! Father!"--the same term of address Christ used in Mark 14:36 -Paul says the Holy Spirit bears witness with us that we are children of God--how does the Spirit bear witness? Evidence of the Spirit's presence within us--the Fruit of the Spirit (Galatians 5:22-23) The Spirit produces in us a willingness to suffer for Christ Persecution--we will be mistreated by the world for our allegiance to God (Matthew 5:11-12, John 15:18-20) Purification--God will give us difficult circumstances to further sanctify us (Hebrews 12:7-11) As part of the full rights of sonship that adoption entails, Paul declares us to be heirs of God with Christ What does it mean to be an heir of God? Our final future state--glorified in heaven Our present circumstances--God lavishes His love and blessings on us In both cases, the true inheritance is God HimselfHope of future glory Paul transitions to this topic by declaring that our suffering in this life is insignificant compared to the indescribable glory we will one day experience -Paul restates this idea in II Corinthians 4:16-17 Paul is speaking from experience Paul broadens the principle of suffering giving way to glory and applies it to all of creation, specifically non-rational creation The picture Paul paints of the cosmos is distinct from the way an atheist would describe it--Paul talks about a universe that has a purpose, has lost that purpose, and looks forward to the restoration of that purpose The imagery and words Paul uses point to the fall in Genesis 3 and the frustration of the teacher in Ecclesiastes At the same time, creation desires to be set free of the fall and be made new, as God promised He would (Isaiah 11:6-9) At the end of the passage , Paul again narrows his focus to his audience to address the dissonance we feel and our hope for its resolution The "first fruits of the Spirit" does not refer to the fruit of the Spirit, but rather the first portion of the Christian's inheritance (Ephesians 1:13-14) -Earlier Paul treats our adoption as something that has already occurred--here he speaks of it as something yet to happen We have become part of God's family, but we do not yet have full rights and inheritance because we are not yet who we ought to be Paul finishes this point by reminding us that these glorious things are still to come, and we anticipate them in hope that "does not put us to shame" (5:5) Study session audio: S4 E21: Romans 8:15-25

The rich young ruler didn't just have wealth—he trusted it (Matthew 19:16–30). His money gave him a false sense of security and self-sufficiency, convincing him he was in control. In today's episode of the MY Devotional Podcast, Dr. Michael Youssef shows why Scripture repeatedly warns against that trap and calls believers to live differently. Paul's instruction to Timothy is direct: don't be arrogant, and don't put your hope in wealth “which is so uncertain,” but in God who provides richly (1 Timothy 6:17). Jesus goes even further, urging us to stop stockpiling temporary treasures and instead invest in eternity—because what you treasure reveals what you truly worship (Matthew 6:19–21). Dr. Youssef also exposes the deeper misconception behind the ruler's mindset: thinking salvation can be earned, purchased, or donated into existence. No amount of rule-keeping, good deeds, or financial generosity can reconcile a sinner to God. Jesus makes the point unmistakably: what is impossible with man is possible with God (Matthew 19:26). Only God can change a sinful heart, and only the blood of Jesus can secure forgiveness and eternal life. If you've been tempted to rely on resources, status, or self-effort for security, this devotional will redirect your hope to the only sure foundation: Christ alone. Prayer: God, thank You for sending Your Son to die on the cross for me. Help me to remember to put my hope in You every day, not in my finances. I pray in the name of Jesus. Amen. “For where you treasure is, there your heart will be also” (Matthew 6:21). Learn more in Dr. Michael A. Youssef's sermon Encountering Christ, Arms Wide Open: LISTEN NOW The voice you hear on the MY Devotional podcast is digitally generated with Dr. Youssef's permission. If today's devotional stirred a question, burden, or need for prayer, you don't have to walk through it alone.

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The Power of God - Matthew 12:22-37

What if healing isn't something you have to chase—but something already planted within you?In this powerful message, we unpack what Jesus revealed: the seed is the Word of God. When that seed is planted in the soil of your heart, it carries everything needed to produce life, breakthrough, and healing.Looking at the ministry of Jesus, we see a clear pattern—He taught, He preached, and then He healed. Healing wasn't random. It flowed from truth received, understood, and believed.This message will help you:• Understand how God's Word produces healing• See the difference between natural and supernatural healing• Discover how faith is formed through revelation—not just repetition• Learn how to position your heart to receive from GodIf you've been believing for healing, breakthrough, or deeper spiritual understanding, this message will shift your perspective and strengthen your faith.Key Scriptures:Luke 8:11 — “The seed is the Word of God”Matthew 4:23 — Jesus taught, preached, and healedMatthew 13:13–15 — Seeing, hearing, and understandingPsalm 107:20 — He sent His Word and healed themRomans 10:17 — Faith comes by hearing Sundays at 8:30 & 10:30 AMWe are branded by the fire of God. We carry the fire of God to ignite our generation to burn for Jesus. Find us:www.fuquayrevival.comwww.facebook.com/cornerstonefuquayig: @cornerstonechurch.fv

Living to Please God - Matthew 6:1

Main Point: Faith is about the strength of the one we hold onto… 1. The Smallness of Our Faith (Matthew 17:14-19) 2. The Bigness of God (Matthew 17:20) Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/soundroll/taking-off License code: 0LEX4HTDH2QOX0DD

Mike Harrelson - April 12th 2026 Chapters (00:00:00) - Welcome Home: Restored Church(00:00:36) - Wonders of the World Prayer(00:01:21) - Prayer for the Day(00:02:28) - A Place for Questions and Answers(00:04:31) - Jesus cleanses what doesn't belong(00:11:40) - The Chief Priests Exploiting the Jewish People(00:18:35) - Jesus on the Pilgrims(00:19:56) - What have we normalized that Jesus would confront and purge in our life(00:25:27) - John 7: Healing the Blind and lame(00:27:22) - A Prayer Room Full of Healing(00:32:34) - God's glory in the crowds(00:33:04) - Jesus Curses the Fig Tree(00:39:22) - Jesus Shows Us The Way(00:43:44) - Prayer of Consecration Before the Father(00:48:52) - Prayers for the Fallen

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Before Matthew tells us about the resurrection, he paints a rather hopeless, depressing scene. After Jesus was put to death and buried, we learn that the most powerful people in the World did everything in their power to undermine God's plans and power. But what the resurrection proclaims to the World is that no power stands a chance against God's resurrection power! And if Jesus is alive, we want to be wherever God's power is! - Pastor Arek O'ConnellSupport the show

Rector Amy Winkle preaches from Matthew 21 on Jesus' triumphal entry into Jerusalem and his invitation to us to follow him all the way to the cross.

Read Online“Lord, it is good that we are here. If you wish, I will make three tents here, one for you, one for Moses, and one for Elijah.” Matthew 17:4The Apostle Peter's reaction to the Transfiguration reveals that he was overwhelmed by his firsthand experience of a glimpse of Jesus' true glory. Not long before this moment, our Lord took His disciples north to Caesarea Philippi and asked them privately who they thought He was. Peter boldly proclaimed, “You are the Messiah, the Son of the living God” (Matthew 16:16). In response, Jesus promised Peter that He would build His Church upon him and that Peter himself would be entrusted with the keys to the Kingdom of Heaven. It was a good day for Peter.Shortly after this, however, Jesus began to reveal to His disciples that He “must go to Jerusalem and suffer greatly from the elders, the chief priests, and the scribes, and be killed and on the third day be raised” (Matthew 16:21). In response, Peter pulled Jesus aside and said, “God forbid, Lord! No such thing shall ever happen to you” (Matthew 16:22). Jesus replied harshly to Peter's rebuke: “Get behind me, Satan! You are an obstacle to me. You are thinking not as God does, but as human beings do” (Matthew 16:23). It was a bad day for Peter.Jesus then taught His disciples, “Whoever wishes to come after me must deny himself, take up his cross, and follow me. For whoever wishes to save his life will lose it, but whoever loses his life for my sake will find it” (Matthew 16:24–25). Not only was Jesus soon to suffer greatly, but His followers, including the Twelve, were called to follow Him on this difficult path. This was hard news for them to accept.In today's Gospel, we hear the story of the Transfiguration. Interestingly, Jesus allowed the disciples to reflect on His prediction of suffering for six days before taking Peter, James, and John up a mountain for prayer and solitude. Jesus, aware of their confusion and struggles, was transfigured before their eyes. “His face shone like the sun and his clothes became white as light. And behold, Moses and Elijah appeared to them, conversing with him” (Matthew 17:2–3). Peter exclaimed in this moment of glory, “Lord, it is good that we are here.” It was another good day for Peter.We all have good days and bad days. But what defines a good day versus a bad day? Was the day of Jesus' Crucifixion a bad one for Him? Certainly not. Though filled with intense suffering, it was the most glorious day in history because His perfect obedience to the Father's will was fulfilled. Similarly, Peter's good and bad days can be understood in terms of his willingness to obey Christ, especially when the demands were great.In our lives, we must also define our good and bad days through the lens of obedience to God's will, especially when His will calls us to bear the Cross and practice sacrificial love. It's easy to love God when we are consoled, but it becomes much more difficult when we face trials. Peter's declaration, “Lord, it is good that we are here,” is the perfect prayer for us to echo in every circumstance. When we are consoled, as Peter was at the Transfiguration, we must pray this prayer. But unlike Peter's earlier missteps, we must also say, “It is good,” when we encounter opportunities for sacrificial love, even when difficult. Reflect today on your own good and bad days. Use the lens of holy obedience and your call to live a life of sacrificial love. Do not hesitate to cry out to the Lord, “It is good!” Consider whether you view every cross and every invitation to love sacrificially as something good. This is what God desires for you; embrace His desire with determination and joy. My sacrificial Lord, You embraced the Cross and saw it as truly good. You looked beyond the suffering and saw the fruits of Your sacrifice. Help me to imitate You by seeing every act of sacrificial love as the good I desire. I love You, Lord. Help me to love You and others with all my heart. Jesus, I trust in You.Image: Transfiguration of Jesus Christ by José Luiz Bernardes Ribeiro, CC BY-SA 3.0Source: Free RSS feed from catholic-daily-reflections.com — Copyright © 2026 My Catholic Life! Inc. All rights reserved. This content is provided solely for personal, non-commercial use. Redistribution, republication, or commercial use — including use within apps with advertising — is strictly prohibited without written permission.

Presented by Julie Busteed I've been reflecting on some of Jesus' sayings—his proverbs—and I've noticed how often they return to the posture of the heart. In the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus says, blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God (Matthew 5:8). That raises an important question: what does it mean to have a pure heart? We often assume a pure heart means doing everything right—appearing polished and put together on the outside. But that kind of purity is rooted in our own striving, and it doesn't work. It doesn't last. It isn't sustainable. Scripture tells us the truth about our condition: The heart is deceitful above all things, and desperately sick (Jeremiah 17:9). Have you ever surprised yourself with your own reaction—something you said, thought, or felt—and wondered, where did that come from? It wasn't how you wanted to respond, yet it was real. The human heart is complex, deceptive, and difficult to understand. But when our hearts are turned toward purity, this posture gives the Holy Spirit room to work in us and through us. What difference does a pure heart make in the workplace? It shows up in genuine joy when a coworker receives a promotion or praise. It looks like helping others even when it doesn't advance your own position. It means refusing to gossip, choosing authenticity, and living with integrity when no one is watching. The right heart begins with humility. Scripture often speaks of a broken or crushed heart as a picture of humility. This kind of brokenness is essential, because a hard or stony heart will not submit to God's will. We pray with the psalmist, create in me a clean heart, O God (Psalm 51:10). Jesus promises it is the pure in heart who will see God. And when we invite Christ to dwell in our hearts, everything changes. This is why Paul's prayer for the Ephesians is such a powerful one to pray: I pray that out of his glorious riches he may strengthen you with power through his Spirit in your inner being, so that Christ may dwell in your hearts through faith. And I pray that you, being rooted and established in love, may have power…to grasp how wide and long and high and deep is the love of Christ, and to know this love that surpasses knowledge—that you may be filled to the measure of all the fullness of God (Ephesians 3:16–19). Oh, that you and I would know this love—love that surpasses everything else—and be filled with it. Press on. Don't be discouraged. The work God is doing in the heart is often slow and unseen, but it is never wasted.

“Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called sons of God” (Matthew 5:9).

“Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see God” (Matthew 5:8).

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