Beyond the tomb's despair, its emptiness unveils the way cleared for our return home. Matthew Chapter 28

As we enter holy week Matthew wants us to see something so clear. We all have abandoned Jesus.

Who would you allow at your table for dinner? Jesus is always accused of having the wrong people at his table. But if his table is big enough for Judas and Peter, then it is big enough for me.

The Magi visiting the Holy Family is absurd. A Roman Governor's wife defending Jesus? Absurd. Most absurd? Jesus taking our cries of "Crucify!" to save us all. Matthew Chapter 27

Sermon on the Mount this Lent
Week 5 is The Rock - Matthew 7:13-29

The paradox of becoming what we hate finds its resolution in the cross, where darkness is not fought but absorbed. Matthew Chapter 26b

Sermon on the Mount this Lent
Week 4 is Relationships - Matthew 6:21-7:12

Though shadowed by betrayal, a moment of lavish love reveals a redemption that waits for us in Galilee. Matthew Chapter 26a

Sermon on the Mount this Lent
Week 3 is Religion - Matthew 6:1-21

Unmasking fear-mongering leaders, Jesus dares us to risk faith over paralysis, trading buried talents for a life ignited by divine trust. Matthew Chapter 24-25

Sermon on the Mount this Lent
Week 2 is Torah & Prophets - Matthew 5:17-48

Jesus calls out the "blind guides" for their selective piety, reminding us that grace surpasses performative holiness. Matthew Chapter 23

Sermon on the Mount this Lent
Week 1 is Matthew 5:1-6 - Kingdom Identity

Jesus's humble entry dismantles false hope in worldly power and religious ritual, revealing a true faith in His sacrificial love. Matthew Chapter 21-22

- The disciples are seeking greatness. But Jesus points us to the dust. Matthew Chapter 18-20

Even though we look for security among the stone, Jesus shows us the heart of the redeemer. Matthew Chapter 16-17

God's grace, even in "crumbs," is sufficient for all who believe, regardless of their background or perceived deservingness. Matthew Chapter 14-16a

The kingdom of heaven is like: Mustard of unexpected value, Yeast of transformative grace, and the surprising truth that weeds may be the pearl of great price. Matthew Chapter 13

Jesus' miracles and teachings are clear signs of God's kingdom breaking in, but will we recognize them and demand for a sign. Matthew Chapter 12

There are just so many burdens we are yoked to, but Jesus offers a different way, a kingdom of love and rest. Take on His Yoke of Rest. Matthew Chapter 11

Jesus sends out the disciples amidst a flurry of expectations. But these serious expectations can bring the heat which only a cool cup of water can satisfy.  Matthew Chapter 10

Jesus does not become unclean by touching the afflicted; instead, HE imparts healing and life. It shows the kingdom is for everyone.  Matthew Chapters 8-9

From the mount, Jesus reveals the Kingdom Way. "Blessed are the poor in spirit," He proclaims, urging us to "turn the other cheek," and to pray, "Father, Your will be done." For His kingdom is at hand, and through Him, we find the Golden Way.

For Jesus is not some high priest who has no sympathy for our weaknesses and flaws. He has already been tested in every way that we are tested; but He emerged victorious, without failing God.

Jesus comes out of the water as Emmanuel, experiencing a baptism like our own.

When the world was darkest, the light came in bringing hope to the creation.

God’s Story Shines Through Our Imperfect Pageants

This Christmas, let’s see Jesus as the one who came for us and is with us, and let our hearts grow—just like the Grinch’s—so we can go out, celebrate, and share this good news with all “those” people.

Listen to the bells being rung, God’s promise of peace, hope, and salvation breaking into the world, even in the midst of suffering.

Our Christmas Variety Show.