We all serve something or someone. In this Sunday’s Bible text, Pastor Deven explores Jesus’ words on having one allegiance, one Lord, and one Master. Jesus is clear that he, alone, is Lord, and he … Read More
Sermon on the Mount: Live for What Lasts – Matthew 6:19-21
I want it and I want it now! Whether this is the utterings of a two-year-old, or you, we’ve all been there. It’s so easy to live our lives for “stuff” that simply doesn’t last, … Read More
Sermon on the Mount: Fasting in the Christian Life – Matthew 6:16-18
Fasting for health purposes has gained a lot of traction in recent years. For some reason, the Christian discipline of fasting – for spiritual purposes – doesn’t get a lot of attention. But Jesus expects … Read More
Sermon on the Mount: Praying Against Temptation – Matthew 6:13
Temptations come to us almost daily. Whatever stage of life you’re in, whether things are going well or badly, temptation is a constant. In Sunday’s sermon, Jesus teaches his people to pray against temptation and … Read More
Sermon on the Mount: Give Us Today Our Daily Bread – Matthew 6:11
What does it look like for us, who have so much, to pray for our “daily bread”? How does Jesus’ teaching on prayer form the steps we need to take to walk in dependence on … Read More
Sermon on the Mount: Forgive Us Our Debts – Matthew 6:12,14-15
When we think about prayer, our tendency is to focus our requests on our physical needs. When Jesus gives us an example of what we should be praying for, our physical needs become a very … Read More

