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Scripture: Matthew 22:34-39 1 John 4:19“But what uniquely frightens about Putnam's work on social capital is the dramatic trend line he unearthed through his analysis: across all these diverse contexts for human connection, Putnam found that from the mid-twentieth century onward, participation in every sort of collective activity was going down.” – Matthew Bingham, A Heart Aflame for God.3 Tips to Better Love Others 1.      Be Present2.     Be Listening3.     Be Serving

March 15, 4th Sunday of Lent: the good news is... protection & care for the vulnerable.Scripture: Matthew 19: 13–15 In many modern contexts, Jesus welcoming children may seem sweet. In his time, however, spending time with children would have been seen as wasteful or unimportant. When Jesus blesses the children after the disciples try to send them away, he reorients socially constructed hierarchies to center the vulnerable.Link to Livestream: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1yHCkRR3jPcLink to Start of Sermon: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1yHCkRR3jPc&t=2557sIf you are new to our faith community and are interested in learning more, please go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Welcome to First Congo Online - First Congregational Church of Western Springs⁠

by Jason Blackley | From the Series: Christ - The Light of the World | Scripture: Matthew 7:15-23 | Download Audio

by Jason Blackley | From the Series: Christ - The Light of the World | Scripture: Matthew 7:15-23 | Download Audio

Scripture: Matthew 17:14-20

What does it truly mean to lead like Jesus? In a culture that celebrates power, position, and personal success, the Bible teaches something radically different. According to Scripture, true leadership begins with serving. Jesus Himself modeled this when He said in Mark 10:45, “The Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve.” The greatest leader who ever lived chose the posture of a servant — and He calls His followers to do the same. In this episode of Confident Christian Influence, we explore the biblical principle of serving and why servant leadership is essential for Christian leaders who want to make an eternal impact. If you feel called to lead — whether in your workplace, business, ministry, community, or home — this conversation will challenge you to rethink how leadership works in God's Kingdom. You'll discover how serving others is not weakness but one of the most powerful ways to influence people and reflect the heart of Christ. In This Episode You'll Learn • Why servant leadership is the foundation of biblical leadership • How Jesus redefined greatness in God's Kingdom • Why humility is essential for Christian leaders • How your leadership role is actually a form of ministry and stewardship • Practical ways to serve others and create lasting Kingdom impact 5 Biblical Principles of Servant Leadership 1. Serving flows from the Lordship of Christ When Jesus is truly Lord of our lives, our leadership becomes about serving others rather than promoting ourselves. Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:5 2. Jesus redefined greatness The world measures greatness by power, but Jesus taught that the greatest leaders are those who serve. Scripture: Matthew 20:26 3. Servant leadership requires humility Christian leaders are called to put aside selfish ambition and value others above themselves. Scripture: Philippians 2:3–7 4. Serving is the heart of ministry Every believer is called to use their gifts to serve others and reflect Christ through their leadership. Scripture: 1 Peter 4:10 5. Serving creates eternal impact When we serve others faithfully, we are ultimately serving Christ and advancing God's Kingdom. Scripture: Colossians 3:23–24 Key Scriptures Mentioned Mark 10:45 Matthew 20:26 John 13:3–5 Philippians 2:3–7 1 Peter 4:10 Colossians 3:23–24 2 Corinthians 4:5   Invitation:  If you are a Christian woman who wants to lead with clarity, confidence, and biblical alignment, I invite you to sign up for the Lead Like Jesus Workshop, a 3 session experience designed to help women lead intentionally and stay rooted in God's plan. Click here to sign up.   Your Next Step If this episode resonates and you're craving deeper clarity, confidence, and intentional growth, I would love to walk alongside you.

The Road Is Made By Walking, with Rev. Dr. Ken Hood. Series: Life as Pilgrimage, Lent 2026 A Spacious Christianity, First Presbyterian Church of Bend, Oregon. Scripture: Matthew 3.They didn't have a roadmap, an itinerary. There is no such thing.As much as we'd like to think there's a certain way life should be…there just isn't. As painful as it is to lose a child, it's even more painful when we tell ourselves a story like: “This shouldn't happen. A parent should never have to bury their child. It's not fair.” Well… It's not something we choose. It's not something welcome. But it also happens. All the time. There is no “this isn't the way the world should be”…for there's no such thing. This is frightening but liberating as well.Equanimity is the practice of allowing what is…simply because it's what's here. We are almost always subtly resisting what's happening around us. We wish we felt different or that the world was different, and we push against it inwardly or are pulling towards the world being some other way. But what's here is what's here. This isn't a giving up. This is an acceptance such that, facing what is, we can finally decide how to be and how to act.Machado's personal story is really challenging. He and his brother had it all in Spain until the revolution came, and they lost everything. So not fair. But it's what was. They struck out, penniless, and having to find their own way. There is no way, the road is made by walking…About the Series, Life as Pilgrimage, Lent 2026: Our sacred stories are filled with journeys from the familiar into the unknown. This season invites us to become pilgrims, open to being changed along the way. Through shared workshops, contemplative practices, creative expression, and time on the trail, we will make space to listen deeply and be gently transformed by the spacious love of God.Join us each Sunday, 10AM at bendfp.org, or 11AM KTVZ-CW Channel 612/12 in Bend.  Subscribe/Follow, and click the bell for alerts.At First Presbyterian, you will meet people at many different places theologically and spiritually. And we love it that way. We want to be a place where our diversity brings us together and where conversation takes us all deeper in our understanding of God.We call this kind of faith “Spacious Christianity.” We don't ask anyone to sign creeds or statements of belief. The life of faith is about a way of being in the world and a faith that shows itself in love.Thank you for your support of the mission of the First Presbyterian Church of Bend. Visit https://bendfp.org/giving/ for more information.Keywords:Pilgrimage, Lent, Holy Family, Anthony Machado, Spanish Civil War, wilderness hiking, Timberline trail, Sandy River, cairns, dreams, visions, Holy Spirit, navigation, unconventional family, escape., presbyterian, church, online worship, bend, oregonFeaturing:Rev. Dr. Steven Koski, Rev. Sharon Edwards, Becca Ellis, Brave of Heart, GuestsSupport the show

In this message, we move into the New Testament to explore one of the most important end-times passages in all of Scripture: Matthew 24 and the Olivet Discourse. Jesus' teaching on the Mount of Olives is central to understanding biblical prophecy, the timing of the end of the age, and the events that lead up to His glorious return. This session highlights the significance of Daniel's prophecy, especially Daniel chapter 9, and shows how Jesus directly connects Daniel's words to the future. The post The Abomination of Desolation in the Olivet Discourse | Matthew 24 appeared first on Bible Prophecy Answers with Alan Kurschner.

COMPANION SAINT PRAYER-St. Mother Teresa, your thirst for Jesus opened your heart to love. Show me where my own soul is parched that I may drink from the Living Water that quenches all desire.SCRIPTURE- Matthew 10:42"And whoever gives only a cup of cold water to one of these little ones to drink because he is a disciple—amen, I say to you, he will surely not lose his reward."REFLECTION- GaryMUSIC- "Quiet Streets" by Ola Gjeilo- "Intercession Prayer Instrumental" by Ebony ThompsonNOTES- Click HERE to join The God Minute Prayer Community Facebook GroupPRAYER OF LETTING GOTo You do I belong, O God, into Your hands I surrender my life. Pour out Your Spirit upon me that I may love You perfectly, and serve You faithfully until my soul rests in You.

In this passage Jesus will clearly define who is in God's kingdom and who is out.   Scripture: Matthew 12:38-50

Podcast Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/enduretotheendpod/⁠Zunex Pest Control: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/zunexpestco/In this episode of Endure to the End, we talk about something deeply personal and incredibly common: people pleasing.For a long time, people pleasing felt sincere. It felt kind. It felt loving. But over time, we've learned that constantly over-explaining, overextending, and trying to control how others perceive us is not Christlike and it's not peaceful.We talk about how easy it is to give away your power by managing other people's emotions, controlling narratives, and fearing being misunderstood. But when we look at the Savior's life, we don't see someone who chased approval. We see someone calm, restrained, honest, and rooted in His relationship with the Father.Ultimately, this episode is about anchoring your identity in Christ rather than in how well you are perceived. When we know God understands our heart, we don't have to beg to be understood by everyone else.People may misunderstand you. You may lose relationships. But if you are honest with yourself and striving to be Christlike, that is enough.00:00 – Opening music00:03 – Welcome to Endure to the End00:40 – Introducing the topic of people pleasing01:12 – How people pleasing gives away your power02:24 – Sincerity and anxiety behind people pleasing03:18 – Christ didn't over-explain Himself04:08 – Self-abandonment and emotional exhaustion05:02 – Letting people misunderstand you06:07 – Over-explaining is not Christlike07:20 – The “Let Them” mindset08:16 – Trying to control the narrative09:08 – When people hold onto their version of you10:26 – Christ was misunderstood and crucified11:22 – Being misunderstood by close relationships13:40 – Scripture: Moroni 8:1614:47 – God's love is not conditional16:26 – Two good people can still talk past each other18:48 – Being understood by God more than man19:35 – Perfect love casts out fear20:52 – Love does not equal access21:14 – Jesus loved everyone but gave access to few22:08 – Correction reveals character23:31 – Sponsor: Zunex Pest Control24:04 – Correction and humility25:22 – Don't force relationships26:20 – Habits vs personality28:24 – Scripture: Matthew 7:629:00 – Protecting your pearls30:18 – Shallow bonding vs safe connection31:38 – Seasons of independence32:24 – Not everyone belongs in your inner circle33:56 – Oversharing can strain your marriage34:52 – “Team No New Friends” season36:43 – Big rocks: spouse, kids, God38:18 – Losing people doesn't mean losing yourself40:36 – Christ as the perfect interpersonal example42:31 – You are loved44:33 – Think Celestial moment

Scripture: Matthew 15:21-28Resources for a life of following Jesus, every day, everywhere, with everyone.

by Josh Haveman | From the Series: Walking with Jesus | Scripture: Matthew 7:12-14 | Download Audio

Station of Judgement What happens when truth threatens your expectations? And what do we do when the Jesus in front of us doesn't match the Jesus we prefer? In Week Three of The Stations of the Cross, we step into the Station of Judgment. From the council at daybreak to Pilate's courtroom and the shouting crowd, we watch motivated reasoning unfold in real time. The verdict is chosen before the evidence is heard. Religious leaders defend power. Pilate protects position. The crowd demands a Messiah who matches their anger. Barabbas, the guilty son of the father, walks free. Jesus, the true Son of the Father, stands condemned. This message explores how we do the same—politically, relationally, spiritually—when identity feels threatened and control feels challenged. They didn't crucify Jesus because they lacked evidence. They crucified Him because the evidence threatened their expectations. Luke 22:66-71, Luke 23:13-25 Discussion topics HEAD – What did Jesus say to you through the Word? In Luke 22:66–71, what do you notice about the way the Sanhedrin questions Jesus? What does their response reveal about their posture toward truth? How would you define “motivated reasoning” in your own words? Where do you see it clearly in this passage? What is the difference between condemnation and righteous discernment according to Scripture (Matthew 7:1–5, John 7:24)? HEART – How did it make you feel? Where in your life are you most tempted to practice motivated reasoning — politically, relationally, spiritually? Is there an area where you've been listening to confirm instead of listening to understand? HANDS – What are you going to do with it? Is there a relationship where you need to revisit assumptions you've made about someone's motives?  How can you practice righteous discernment without slipping into condemnation? What is one step you can take to align your expectations of Jesus with who He actually reveals Himself to be? Check out our other audio series and video playlists that can help you find Jesus in every moment and then discover what's next

by Josh Haveman | From the Series: Walking with Jesus | Scripture: Matthew 7:12-14 | Download Audio

Scripture: Matthew 17:9-13

Instead of centering on tomorrow's worries, Jesus encourages us to look at how God is sustaining us today. Scripture: Matthew 6:9-13

A weekly program produced by the Catholic Diocese of Harrisburg, Pa. SHOW TITLE: Living Lent: Prayer, Fasting, Almsgiving, and the Radical Witness of the Catholic Worker Movement   SHOW DESCRIPTION: Prayer. Fasting. Almsgiving. These three practices define Lent—but what happens when they become a way of life? Renee and James from the St. Martin de Porres house in Harrisburg join us today from our local Catholic Worker movement, to discuss how it's message and each Lenten Season continue to challenge us in the Church today. SCRIPTURE: Matthew 6:1–6, 16–18 SAINT SPOTLIGHT: Servant of God Dorothy Day

Scripture: Matthew 7:21-23Sermon Series: The Mount #26Sermon Discussion Guide: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1mqw6UrcuYBdgFAb6A8LBUb_Gmik3SQWF/view?usp=sharingSermon Notes: https://churchlinkfeeds.blob.core.windows.net/notes/43173/note-260980.html

SCRIPTURE: Matthew 5:31-47 YOU CAN ALSO READ KENNY'S MANUSCRIPT FOR THIS SERMON HERE!REFLECTION/DISCUSSION QUESTIONS:What rules or commandments have felt challenging to you, and how might understanding their deeper purpose change your perspective on following them?Where in your life might you be using 'extra guarantees' because your basic word hasn't been trustworthy?How does Jesus's teaching about loving enemies and going the second mile (Matthew 5:40-42, 44-47) reveal God's ultimate purpose for humanity?Think of someone who has opposed or hurt you. How might understanding their underlying fears or needs change your response to them?Kenny suggested that we already know what it means to be 'real human beings' because it's 'hard-wired into us.' What evidence do you see of this in your own life and in others?When have you felt most authentically 'human' in your interactions with others, and what made those moments different?The sermon concludes that being human is not about following a thousand different rules but about one clear invitation: 'Be perfect, as your heavenly Father is perfect.' Why isn't this standard meant to be frightening? How might it be encouraging or inviting instead?

LENTEN ANTIPHON- St. Faustina, you learned to trust completely in the mercy of God. Lead me this week to surrender what I cannot control and to pray along with you, “JESUS, I TRUST IN YOU.”SCRIPTURE- Matthew 6:17-18"When you fast, anoint your head and wash your face, so that you may not appear to others to be fasting, except to your Father who is hidden. And your Father who sees what is hidden will repay you."REFLECTION- Fr. JasonMUSIC- My Soul is Thirsting by Francesca LaRosa, Return to Shore by Jay StockerNOTES- Lent: Check out the LENT page on The God Minute website to find out more about our programming for this week.PRAYER OF LETTING GOTo You do I belong, O God, into Your hands I surrender my life. Pour out Your Spirit upon me that I may love You perfectly, and serve You faithfully until my soul rests in You.

In this message, we will examine the peak of national rejection towards Jesus thus far in Matthew's Gospel. In doing so, we'll consider the great purpose behind why Jesus came to earth, the depths of how far His saving grace can reach, and the eternal cost of rejecting Him as Savior.   Scripture: Matthew 12:22-37

In this message, we explore Matthew 16:13–18 and Jesus' vision for His Church. Rather than a place of comfort or cultural community, the Church is a spiritual community built on the revelation of Christ—where disciples grow through discovery, challenge, and unity as they live on mission to transform the world.Scripture: Matthew 16:13-18Speaker: Pastor Kyle HornerDid you make a decision to follow Christ today? We'd love to support you—email us at info@theconnectchurch.com.Learn more about The Connect Church and stay connected: https://linktr.ee/theconnectchurch

by Brooks Simpson | From the Series: Walking with Jesus | Scripture: Matthew 7:7-11 | Download Audio

by Brooks Simpson | From the Series: Walking with Jesus | Scripture: Matthew 7:7-11 | Download Audio

We worship together in-person and stream our service each week. If you would like to watch the entire worship service, it is available to view on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/@WPCRICHMOND/streams.This morning, we welcome Pastor Anna C. Gheen.Scripture: Matthew 4:12-23

Scripture: Matthew 7:15-20Sermon Series: The Mount #25Sermon Discussion Guide: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1EmfB-4TXajXi7nKINJJTIGFSHp_DSXMg/view?usp=sharingSermon Notes: https://churchlinkfeeds.blob.core.windows.net/notes/43173/note-260345.html

SCRIPTURE: Matthew 5:17-28, John 3:1-3 YOU CAN ALSO READ KENNY'S MANUSCRIPT FOR THIS SERMON HERE!REFLECTION/DISCUSSION QUESTIONS:How do you feel when you read what Jesus says it will take to “enter the Kingdom of Heaven”?Kenny talks about how trying to be better or fixing our flaws is like trying to perfectly sand a wall: why isn't “trying harder” enough to meet God's standard of righteousness? In what areas of your life have you been trying to “sand down the rough edges” rather than allowing God to help you start fresh? In Matthew 5, how does Jesus reframe the commandments “You shall not murder” and “You shall not commit adultery”? Why is this distinction between merely not harming and truly honoring others so important? What does it reveal about us and what we're made for?How do you typically handle anger or conflicts with others? What would it look like to truly honor them as image-bearers of God?The sermon compares trying to become righteous through our own efforts to “carving a tree from a block of wood”: What makes being “born again” (John 3:1-3) such an important concept for understanding Christian growth?What areas of your life might need to be approached with a “growing from a seed” mindset rather than a “chiseling into shape” mindset?Do you believe Jesus's righteousness really can become your righteousness? What might change in your life if you could?

In this message, we will look at one of the most pivotal chapters in Matthew, where Jesus' ministry will experience the peak of its persecution thus far--- all over a controversy surrounding the Sabbath. In doing so, we will consider the dangers of legalism, and beauty of Jesus' ministry of grace and mercy.   Scripture: Matthew 12:1-21

In Matthew 10:7–8, Jesus commissions His followers to proclaim the kingdom and live out its reality: “Freely you have received; freely give.” This passage reveals that the gospel not only restores our relationship with God but transforms how we see and love others.In this message from our Freely Given series, we explore:• How fear hardens the human heart• Why perfect love casts out fear• What Jesus teaches through radical welcome and table fellowship• How the cross becomes the pathway to real peaceIn a world shaped by division and suspicion, Jesus invites us into a better way. When we receive His grace, we are freed to live with open hands and open hearts—bringing kingdom life into everyday spaces.

by Brooks Simpson | From the Series: Walking with Jesus | Scripture: Matthew 7:1-12 | Download Audio

by Brooks Simpson | From the Series: Walking with Jesus | Scripture: Matthew 7:1-12 | Download Audio

In the Garden of Gethsemane, Jesus confronts fear, loneliness, and the crushing weight of what lies ahead. Here we see that faith is not the absence of dread, but the courage to trust God when the future feels unbearable.Scripture: Matthew 26:36-41**For the best uninterrupted livestream experience, participate in this week's sermon at nblc.net/sermons

We worship together in-person and stream our service each week. If you would like to watch the entire worship service, it is available to view on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/@WPCRICHMOND/streams.This morning, we welcome Elsa Mukora.Scripture: Matthew 4:12-23

SCRIPTURE- Matthew 26:39"He advanced a little and fell prostrate in prayer, saying, ‘My Father, if it is possible, let this cup pass from me; yet, not as I will, but as you will.'"REFLECTION- LaurenMUSIC- New Dawn by Jay Stocker  and Die With a Smile by Lance AllenNOTESOUR LENT PAGE: thegodminute.org/lentPRAYER OF LETTING GOTo You do I belong, O God, into Your hands I surrender my life. Pour out Your Spirit upon me that I may love You perfectly, and serve You faithfully until my soul rests in You.

In this message from Matthew 6, we walk through Jesus' warning against “theatrical righteousness” and His invitation into a hidden, authentic life with God. We'll look at giving, prayer, and fasting, how the same practices can either be a performance for people or an offering to the Father who “sees in secret.” At the center of the passage is the Lord's Prayer. Far from being a religious script, it becomes a declaration of allegiance: “Hallowed be Your name” over my image “Your kingdom come” over my little empires “Your will be done” over my will We'll confront the fear of man, expose how we've turned “my will” into a functional god, and see how Jesus calls us back to the secret place, where His reward is not a platform, but His presence, His delight, and a will that's slowly being shaped to match His. If you've ever felt trapped by people-pleasing, addicted to being seen, or confused about what it really means to pray “Your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven,” this message is for you. Scripture: Matthew 6:1–15

Trip Lee anchors biblical prayer in the finished work of Christ, emphasizing that access to God comes through Jesus' name alone. He introduces the Sermon on the Mount (Matthew 5-7) as the most famous sermon in history that inverts worldly values and reveals kingdom citizenship. The Sermon on the Mount fundamentally reorients believers' understanding of what kingdom living looks like, and Matthew 7:7 promises that God's generous response to prayer is available to all who approach Him through Christ. Kingdom citizens live by upside-down values where asking boldly receives answers. Embrace the inverted values of Christ's kingdom and ask God boldly for what you need, knowing He generously responds to those who seek Him. Scripture: Matthew 7:7 Topics: Prayer, Kingdom of God, Christ's sufficiency, Generosity, Sermon on the Mount

SCRIPTURE- Matthew 13:45-46"Again, the kingdom of heaven is like a merchant searching for fine pearls. When he finds a pearl of great price, he goes and sells all that he has and buys it.”REFLECTION- JustinMUSIC- "Oceans" Instrumental by Titus Major- "The Color of the Sky" by Chad LawsonNOTES-PRAYER OF LETTING GOTo You do I belong, O God, into Your hands I surrender my life. Pour out Your Spirit upon me that I may love You perfectly, and serve You faithfully until my soul rests in You.

Heavenly Father, weave your presence in the pieces of my life. Keywords: Hard; present; near; sparrow; seen; presence of God; woven. Scripture: Matthew 6:26 

In Matthew 10:7–8, Jesus tells His disciples, “Freely you have received; freely give.” In 2 Corinthians 9:6–15, Paul teaches that generosity works like a seed—you don't reap what you store, only what you sow. Together, these passages reveal that generosity is not about money first—it's about trust, grace, and living in the story of God.In this message from our Freely Given series, we explore:• Why generosity is part of God's restoration strategy• The difference between scarcity and grace• How open-handed living reshapes our hearts• Why the early church changed the world through generosityWe wake up every day into a story—one that tells us to clench our fists and protect what we have. But Jesus invites us into a better story, where open hands lead to freedom, joy, and lasting fruit.

Scripture:  Matthew 17:1-9 

February 15, 2026 The disciples of Jesus must have a greater righteousness than the teachers of the law and Pharisees. Our Lord applies the commandments regarding murder, adultery, and oath taking to a deeper level than most people understood. Scripture: Matthew 5:21-37 Illustrations:

by Josh Haveman | From the Series: Walking with Jesus | Scripture: Matthew 6:25-34 | Download Audio

by Josh Haveman | From the Series: Walking with Jesus | Scripture: Matthew 6:25-34 | Download Audio

Alistair Begg explores God's willingness to answer prayer and provide abundantly through Matthew 7:7-11 and Ephesians 3:14-21. Drawing from the promise that asking yields giving and seeking yields finding, Begg emphasizes that God's generosity far exceeds even good earthly parents' gifts to their children. God's extravagant generosity flows from His nature as a perfect Father who delights to give to His children far beyond their requests or expectations. The invitation to ask, seek, and knock is not a suggestion but an encouragement rooted in God's character and abundance. Approach God confidently in prayer, asking boldly for His provision and presence, trusting His generosity exceeds your greatest hopes. Scripture: Matthew 7:7-11; Ephesians 3:14-21 Topics: Prayer, God's generosity, Faith, Provision, God's abundance

What happens when the King of Kings gets publicly humiliated — and says nothing?In Matthew 27:27-30, Jesus is stripped, mocked, crowned with thorns, and beaten by Roman soldiers. It's brutal. It's degrading. And it's the scene most of us want to skip over.But this is where we see something we desperately need — the most powerful Being in the universe choosing silence over revenge. He could have destroyed every soldier in that room. He didn't. Not because He was weak. Because He trusted the Father's plan more than His own flesh wanted to fight back.In this episode, Alex and Lokelani walk through what Jesus' response in that moment teaches us about suffering, pride, and what it actually looks like to have real hope — not the kind the world sells you, but the kind that quiets your soul even when everything around you is falling apart.We also dig into Psalm 131 and 1 Peter 2:18-24 to unpack why staying in your lane isn't giving up — it's trusting God with the parts of life you can't control.If you've ever been mocked for your faith, overlooked for doing the right thing, or just felt like the good you're doing isn't being seen — this one is for you.

Jesus gives us the most radical ethic of love that's ever been put forth: “Turn the other cheek.” This ethic has been criticized and disregarded, but no one ever says the reason is because it's too low or vile or unworthy. They always say it's too high, too lofty. The reason it seems so lofty is it's a whole new dimension. The love ethic in Matthew 5 is part of a package. The package is that Christianity itself is actually an interconnected set of radically altered relationships. A new relationship with God creates a new relationship with yourself, creates a new relationship with others. They can't be separated. They rise and fall together, and you can't have one without the others.  Let's take a look at those three aspects. As we move through this passage, we'll see 1) the understanding of the self, 2) the relationship with others, and 3) the root of it all: a new relationship with God. This sermon was preached by Dr. Timothy Keller at Redeemer Presbyterian Church on December 3, 1989. Series: Ten Commandments 1989. Scripture: Matthew 5:21-24; 38-48. Today's podcast is brought to you by Gospel in Life, the site for all sermons, books, study guides and resources from Timothy Keller and Redeemer Presbyterian Church. If you've enjoyed listening to this podcast and would like to support the ongoing efforts of this ministry, you can do so by visiting https://gospelinlife.com/give and making a one-time or recurring donation.