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Jesus had so much to teach us through His famous Sermon on the Mount. The people who gathered to hear Him were longing for a better way to live—one with fewer rules, more hope, and deeper meaning. But Jesus wasn’t just focused on outward behavior; He was calling attention to the heart. This week as we continue our journey through this powerful sermon, Jesus challenges us to examine what kingdom we are truly living for. Where is our treasure? What do our motives reveal?

When you think of being a representative, what comes to mind? As we continue through Jesus' Sermon on the Mount, we see Him share truths that flipped the script on everything the crowd thought they knew. This week, we’re talking about what it means to be a good representative for Christ—to let our light shine. When we live this way, it becomes clear that the law of Christ is itself a blessing. It shows others that we belong to Him and reveals how we’re called to reflect His light in a dark world.

This week we being a new series focused on Jesus’s Sermon on the Mount, also known as the Beatitudes. One of the key words Jesus uses repeatedly is “blessed.” But what does that really mean? It’s funny how easily we toss around the word blessed—we say it when we get a good parking spot, a free coffee, or a sunny day. But Jesus seems to define blessing in a much deeper—often more surprising—way.

This week marks the conclusion of our four-week series, I’m So Glad You Asked—a journey through some of the most challenging and thought-provoking questions we encounter in our faith. Throughout the series, we’ve tackled questions that many wrestle with quietly, and this final week is no exception. We’re ending with a foundational question: “What is morality?” This conversation is essential, especially in a culture where definitions of right and wrong are constantly shifting. As we seek clarity, we turn to God’s Word, which remains unchanging and true.

One of the most common statements in today's culture is: “I don't need to be in church to be a Christian.” And while salvation does not come from church attendance, scripture shows us that faith was never meant to be lived in isolation. Some people stay away from church because of past hurt or the convenience of doing church at home. Others attend but only treat it as a check box on their spiritual to-do list. Neither approach reflects the purpose God intended for His Church. The Church isn't a building or a service—it's a gathering of people who belong to God. It’s where we grow together, serve one another, and stir up faith. Being planted in God’s Church isn't about earning salvation—it's about becoming who God called us to be.