In Matthew 5:13–16, Jesus does not tell his followers to become salt and light; he declares that they already are. In a culture that measures identity by achievement, Jesus roots our identity in him and calls us to live distinctly, visibly, and faithfully. Discover how ordinary acts of presence, love, and obedience can make the hope of Jesus visible in everyday places. Listen in as Pastor Neal Benson teaches us how to live different on purpose.
What changes when Jesus becomes the center of our lives? In Matthew 5:7–12, Jesus describes a blessed life marked by mercy, purity, peacemaking, and faithfulness; even when following Him comes with a cost. The blessed life is not one where everything revolves around us; it is a life that increasingly reflects the character of Jesus.
Jesus begins the Sermon on the Mount with a surprising description of the blessed life. In Matthew 5:1–6, we discover that true life begins when we come to God empty, surrender our need for control, and hunger for His righteousness. Listen in as Pastor Neal Benson teaches on how true life begins when we come to God empty and hunger for His righteousness.
Psalm 2 reveals a world resisting God’s authority and a King whose reign cannot be threatened or overturned. In this message, we discover that true freedom is not found by running from Jesus, but by surrendering to Him and taking refuge in His gracious rule. Listen in as Pastor Neal Benson teaches us that Everyone must decide whether to resist God’s King or take refuge in Him.
Psalm 81 begins with joyful worship but quickly reveals a sobering truth: we can sing loudly to God while failing to listen to Him. In this team-taught message, Neal Benson, Dave Roberts, and Cyndy Locke explore how remembering God’s faithfulness, listening to His voice, and responding with willing hearts lead His people to flourish.
Psalm 5 shows us how prayer gets to shape the way we enter and live each day. Even while facing fear, opposition, and uncertainty, David begins his daily rhythm by listening, laying his requests before God, and waiting with trust. This Psalm gives us a reminder of what following God means by declaring what is true, asking for a straight path, and remaining dependent on God even when the answer may not be what we want. The invitation is simple but challenging: What is shaping your days, and do you trust God enough to follow where He leads?
In Psalm 4, David shows us what to do when pressure, worry, and unanswered questions keep us awake at night. David was facing a pressing situation and chose to call on God. In this message, we learn to call on God, trust the God who hears us, and rest in the peace only He can give.
Have you ever felt like God was far away? In Psalm 22, David gives us words to pray when life hurts and points us to the hope we find in Jesus. Join us as we discover that when God feels far away, we can remember His faithfulness.
