From the perspective of a Christian living in America, persecution can seem like a distant issue that happened a long time ago in a distant country. Jesus doesn’t want us to be surprised when persecution shows up and He even tells us how we should respond to it.

We live in a world of conflict (global, national, local and personal)… God has called all Christians to be His ambassadors of peace to those who are at war with Him.

Let us never confuse mercy with anything that we deserve or can earn… and may we show it to others as we have received it from God.

Jesus reminds us that a Christian should always have a hunger and thirst for the things of God.

In this message we look into an attribute that is challenging to define, but essential for the growth of a Christian. Meekness is not weakness!

What is the correct response when we are faced with the brokenness and suffering in the world and within ourselves? Jesus tells His followers and leaves them with a promise.

As we begin our look at the Sermon on the Mount, we see The King challenging His followers to search their hearts.

Jesus said that when the sheep hear the Shepherd’s voice, they recognize Him and they follow Him.

Jesus demonstrates that God’s light is revealed in His Word. We also learn that it is impossible to love God and disobey His commandments.

In today’s passage, we see the weapon that the enemy cannot stand against. When times get tough, may we not pray for less testing… Let us pray for more power!