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15.02.26// The most important thing about prayer_1 Timothy 6:11-16 & Matthew 6:5-15//Church Hill// Rob Forsyth by Church Hill Anglican
On Ash Wednesday, we're forced to confront our mortality in a culture that is afraid to talk about death. Peter Walsh, Elizabeth Garnsey, and John Kennedy discuss why this seemingly gloomy occasion is actually one of the most uplifting. Plus, they contemplate what we're attached to and detached from, what giving looks like despite our means, what kind of masks we wear, and how we can reclaim/rethink our reasons for fasting. Questions for Further Discussion:Themes and ApplicationJesus warns against practicing righteousness “to be seen.” In what ways does our culture train us to live performatively?Fasting was described as “detachment that leads to attachment.” What might fasting free you from? What might it open you toward?What does it mean that “where your treasure is, there your heart will be also”? How does that statement function as both invitation and warning?Personal ReflectionWhat reward are you secretly hoping for in your spiritual practices: recognition, reassurance, control, belonging?Is there a form of fasting (from food, criticism, noise, distraction, self-judgment) that might deepen your attention to God?If Lent is a season of spiritual medicine, what might God be inviting you to examine or release this year?Broader Spiritual ConsiderationsFasting, prayer, and almsgiving were historically communal practices. What would collective fasting look like in a modern parish or society?Ash Wednesday paradoxically brings relief and joy. Why might naming mortality feel freeing rather than depressing?What role does humility play in spiritual awakening? How does remembering we are dust clarify our priorities?Learn more about St. Mark's at https://www.stmarksnewcanaan.org
Matthew 6:7-8
Matthew 6:2-4
Matthew 6:1
Matthew 6:5-8Two Ways to Truly PrayI. Pray SecretlyII. Pray Simply
Morning sermon from 8th February 2026. Preacher John Hall
WHAT YOU SAY MATTERS - Matthew 6:30-31We speak words almost as much as we breathe in air. The air we breathe comes from the atmosphere but the words we speak come from the heart. Directly from the word of God we find out that what we say matters. It matters to our soul, it matters to our heart, and it matters to everyone listening. Get your Bible, listen, and be blessed…For more of That's The Truth! :https://godly.tv/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCa0NAl8n9-Iuq7gO2LHFZSg/featuredArchive of preaching videos on YouTubehttps://www.facebook.com/LinkedWithGodLive stream every Sundayhttps://tttpodcast.lifeAudio recordings of sermons free to listen and downloadhttps://livingbreadoflife.wordpress.comA daily blog of KJV Bible verseshttps://live365.com/station/That-s-The-Truth--a70520Internet radio station with non-stop around the clock preaching
Neil McClendon, Lead PastorGrand Parkway Baptist ChurchMatthew 6:25-34How To Change Your Relationship with Anxiety1. A proper definition of life, v. 252. A motivating perspective on life, v. 26Two things we can learn from birds...a) God's provision is more reliable than my performance“Jesus looks at the world and sees abundance. He has a conception of theuniverse as beautiful creation that is packed with opportunity and resources andpotential. Jesus walked around with this deep conviction that despite all of the painand suffering that he saw going on in the world, despite all the pain and sufferingthat he himself experienced, he still believed that Yahweh the God of Israel, thecreator of heaven and earth is an extremely generous host who has given anoverabundance of resources and opportunities to all of us.” - Tim Mackieb) my value is not determined by how much I have in my “barn.”Luke 12:13-213. A right view of yourself, v. 26bThree simple reasons for human value/dignity...a) humans are the only thing made in God's imageb) humans were given the cultural mandateGenesis 1:28c) because Jesus said so4. A biblical view of the role of anxiety, v. 27-30Questions we should ask ourselves when feeling anxious...a)What is anxiety accomplishing for me?b) What am I considering too much or not enough?c)Do you believe God will do for you?, v. 30d) In who or what is my faith?5. A right view of the Father, v. 31-34Matthew 6:7-8“But seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness...”Ways we seek our own righteousness...a)You always have to be right, even when you're wrongb) You cannot stand to be misunderstoodc)You insist on always knowingMental worship...1. What changes do you need to make to the way you define life?2. Who do you compare yourself to and what is the outcome of that comparison?3. Where do you go, what do you look to in order to feel your value?4. Do you think more about the size of your barns or the state of your soul?5. In what ways do you seek your righteousness?6. How much of today gets eaten up by tomorrow in your thoughts?
Pastor Caleb Cole launches the Through the Fire series with a message about having the right fire within us. Teaching from Matthew 6, he explains how seeking first the Kingdom, pursuing righteousness, and trusting God's promises create a healthy foundation for every relationship. This message calls believers to find contentment in Christ and let Him be enough.Click here to view the episode transcript. (00:00) - Launching the Through the Fire series (02:03) - Why relationships feel harder than ever (03:18) - The fires burning inside us (06:08) - Your relationship with Jesus comes first (08:16) - Fire #1: More of Jesus (09:49) - Anxiety as a divided mind (11:21) - Daily connection, not Sunday faith (15:31) - Fire #2: Seek the Kingdom first (20:18) - Delighting in God changes your desires (24:05) - Fire #3: A passion for righteousness (31:56) - Righteousness produces peace (33:23) - Fire #4: Trusting God's promises (38:50) - The secret of contentment in Christ (40:02) - Jesus is enough: salvation invitation
2026.02.08 Live For The Lord | Matthew 6:24-34 | Bradley Chwastyk by EP Church Annapolis
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Having read Matthew 5 last week where we saw that we could never live up to the righteous standard of the law of God, this week we see Jesus pivot in His sermon on the mount and show us that there is one, the Father, in whom the blessing of that kingdom is found and here in Matthew 6 Jesus is inviting us into intimacy with the Father so that the kingdom He loves can take root in our hearts as well.
An unhurried daily meditation using the Bible, prayer, and reflection led by Pastor Jon Ciccarelli, Discipleship Pastor of Crosswalk Church in Redlands, CA, and Director of Discipleship for Crosswalk Global.If you are enjoying the podcast please go to Apple Podcasts and/or Spotify and share your rating and a review as your input will help bring awareness of this discipleship resource to more listeners around the world.To learn more about Abide and discipleship go to www.crosswalkvillage.com/discipleshipPlease feel free to reach out to us at jon@crosswalkvillage.com any time with your comments and questions. Thanks and blessings!
Matthew 6:1-4
Sunday morning message from Pastor John.
Are you feeling anxious about your future, your finances, or your family? We often try to solve our worry by working harder or saving more, but Jesus gives us a different strategy in Matthew 6. Join Pastor Keith Pittman at Celebration Church Orlando as we discover why "Putting God First" isn't just a religious practice—it's the priority that breaks the power of worry over your life.
Affirming Truths Podcast | Faith| Mental Health | Encouragement
Welcome to Season 12! In this episode - inspired by Matthew 6, - we look at a statementJesus makes: the heart follows the treasure—not the other way around. Join Carla as she explores how anxiety, people-pleasing, and perfectionism may not be personal failures, but signals of misplaced treasure. Through scripture, reflection, and practical insight, we look at how re-orienting our lives toward kingdom treasure can bring greater emotional freedom, peace, and rest. Did you know that Carla is a Christian Mental Health coach? See if working with her is what you need in your current season. Book a discovery call today! GET YOUR FREE RENEWING YOUR MIND WORKBOOK HERE Connect With Carla: Book a Discovery call with me https://calendly.com/cmsarges/discoverycall Come hangout on IG with me @carla.arges Check out my blog and more at www.carlaarges.com
In this conversation, Jason Coker discusses the core values of the Oceanside Sanctuary, focusing on the concept of integrated spirituality. He explores the journey of faith, the significance of the Lord's Prayer, and the interplay between personal, social, and political dimensions of spirituality. Coker emphasizes that spirituality should encompass all aspects of life, advocating for a holistic understanding of the gospel that addresses both personal and societal issues. Learn More about us at Oceansidesanctuary.org Follow us on Instagram @oceansidesanctuary Chapters (00:00:00) - Sunday Teaching(00:01:38) - Our Core Values for 2025(00:03:45) - A Prayer for the Community(00:05:02) - Married Christians Throw Out All Their Music in Their Early 20s(00:10:48) - The Lord's Prayer: A Canon within the Canon(00:16:15) - The Meaning of The Lord's Prayer(00:27:57) - Forgiveness in the Christian theology(00:38:30) - A Prayer for Sanctuary
Ian Weber, Student PastorGrand Parkway Baptist ChurchWhat Allegiance to God Looks LikeMatthew 6:19-241. What do we treasure v.19-21a. Bad investments v.19⁃ Moth = anything nature can destroy⁃ Rust = anything time can decay⁃ Thieves = anything that can be taken without warningb. Good investments v.20c. Your heart follows your treasure v.212. What do our eyes see? v.22-23a. Healthy eyes bring light to the bodyb. Bad eyes bring darkness to the bodyc. Don't confuse the two3. Who is our master? v.24a. Good masterb. Bad masterc. Everyone is a slave to somethingMental Worship...1)What earthly treasures are most tempting for you to spiritually invest in? Why?2)Where do you find yourself spiritually investing in heavenly treasures?3)How do you see your heart following your treasures?4)Are your eyes healthy or not? How would you know?5) Who / what are you a slave to?
Message from Daniel George on February 1, 2026
An unhurried daily meditation using the Bible, prayer, and reflection led by Pastor Jon Ciccarelli, Discipleship Pastor of Crosswalk Church in Redlands, CA, and Director of Discipleship for Crosswalk Global.If you are enjoying the podcast please go to Apple Podcasts and/or Spotify and share your rating and a review as your input will help bring awareness of this discipleship resource to more listeners around the world.To learn more about Abide and discipleship go to www.crosswalkvillage.com/discipleshipPlease feel free to reach out to us at jon@crosswalkvillage.com any time with your comments and questions. Thanks and blessings!
Matt Morgan
Shaping our desires is essential to a fulfilled life centered on Jesus.
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This episode explores the biblical concept of the “secret place,” emphasizing intentional solitude and prayer as the primary arena where identity as sons and daughters of God is formed, drawing from Matthew 6 and Psalms to show that true spiritual transformation does not happen in public, but in hidden communion with the Father. The speaker contrasts modern culture's fixation on noise, self‑promotion, emotional validation, and constant stimulation with God's invitation to silence, obedience, and submission, teaching that the secret place is not for self‑care or emotional relief, but for dying to self and becoming like Christ. Through personal stories, Scripture, historical Christian voices, and psychological research, the episode argues that freedom from fear, clarity of calling, and spiritual authority are birthed through faithful, disciplined time alone with God, where trust is built, idols are dismantled, and God's will takes precedence over personal feelings or ambition
Neil McClendon, Lead PastorGrand Parkway Baptist ChurchMatthew 6:16-18The Freedom of Fasting1. It is assumed that Christians fast, v. 16“The greatest enemy of hunger for God is not poison but apple pie. It is not thebanquet of the wicked that dulls our appetite for heaven, but mindless nibbling atthe table of the world.”-John Piper, A Hunger for God2. Fasting is for God, v. 16When we embrace that fasting is for God two things happen:a) it eliminates anybody having to knowb) it affects what I do while fastingZechariah 7:1-6Isaiah 58:3-53. Fasting is in secret, v. 18Four thoughts that accompany habitual sin...a God is ________.b There is no use.c There is no stopping.d There is no hope.Nehemiah 9:1-2Mental worship...1 What has most shaped how you think about fasting?2 What spiritual habits do you practice to stay connected to your faith?3 Do you ever wonder if your spiritual habits matter?4 What do you feel when you read that "your Father sees in secret? "5 Is the lie you believe about God or yourself?
John reflects on Jesus' teaching from the Sermon on the Mount regarding giving in secret. His words weren't just spiritual advice. They were revolutionary. In a world built on reciprocity, status, and public recognition, Jesus offered a radically different way to live—one rooted in gratitude, freedom, and quiet goodness.Drawing on insights from ancient history, lived experience, and wisdom from voices like Dietrich Bonhoeffer, this reflection shows how generosity can slowly retrain our hearts. When we practice giving without announcing it, something remarkable happens: we become less impressed with ourselves and less dependent on other people's approval.Over time, generosity becomes second nature. The left hand forgets what the right hand is doing. And goodness begins to feel free.