Scripture: Matthew

We are reminded that God calls us to be still and know that He is God. In the middle of life’s noise, fears, and battles, we find peace by resting in His power and promises. When we stop striving and let go of control, we see that He…

Have you ever messed up so badly that you wanted to hide from everyone? That’s exactly how Peter felt after his worst night ever. This bold fisherman who loved Jesus made three terrible mistakes in one evening – he fell asleep when Jesus needed prayer, cut off someone’s…

There’s a famous painting that shows a king playing chess with the devil. Satan sits across from him with a smirk on his face, believing he has the king in checkmate. The king looks worried, sweating, with his hand on his head as he studies the board. But…

In this message we look at how Paul encourages us to rejoice in the Lord, as this shifts our focus from ourselves and our struggles to Christ and what He’s done for us. Just like Paul, who faced immense hardship yet found joy in God, we’re reminded that…

We follow Jesus through an amazing week, even though a sense of unease grows as we head toward Jerusalem. The joyful crowd greets him as king on a donkey, which is incredible, but Jesus also weeps for the city. Then comes the shocking scene at the temple where…

We focus on being sober and watchful for Christ’s return, comforting each other with this hope. Just as finding Jesus brings comfort about loved ones who’ve died, we’re reminded that Jesus is coming back, bringing judgment that’s a blessing for believers. We shouldn’t be ignorant about those who’ve…

We’re reminded how important it is to stay connected to Jesus, like branches connected to a vine. He is our source of life and strength. Without Him, we can’t grow or bear fruit that lasts. But when we stay close to Him, our lives show love, peace, and…