Forgiveness That Frees the Heart
Tony Padgett preaches a powerful message from Matthew 6:12–15 on the freedom that comes when we choose to forgive. Discover why forgiveness is never impossible, how it differs from reconciliation, and why a heart of unforgiveness can block God's forgiveness of us. Includes small group discussion questions and a practical 7-day prayer challenge to begin releasing the weight you've been carrying.
Excellence That Seeks the Father's Approval
We are surrounded by a culture obsessed with visibility — likes, followers, applause. But in Matthew 6:1, Jesus redirects our focus from the crowd to the Father. In this powerful message from Barry Johnson at Brookfield Church of Christ, discover three marks of excellence that God actually rewards: pure motives, integrity in secret, and a heart that seeks eternal approval over temporary praise. Read on — and take this week's challenge.
A Simple Yes or No Will Do
In Matthew 5:33–37, Jesus doesn't ask us to swear more carefully. He tells us to stop swearing altogether — and to let the integrity of our character do the talking. Barry Johnson unpacks what Jesus really meant when He said "Let your yes be yes and your no be no," why trustworthiness is the greatest currency in God's kingdom, and how to close the gap between the faith we confess on Sunday and the life we live on Monday.
The Blessings of Influence and Purpose
What if the most powerful thing you could do for the world around you isn't louder, bigger, or more polished — but simply different? In this message from Matthew 5:13-16, Tony Padgett unpacks what it truly means to be salt and light in a decaying world. Discover why salt was "white gold" in Jesus' day, how the story of Ananias and Paul proves one act of faithfulness can change history, and how to let your light shine without compromise or apology.