Yesterday's sermon explored two parables from Matthew 13:44-46 about the kingdom of heaven, challenging us to consider what we truly value most. It emphasized the difference between wanting the benefits of the kingdom versus desiring the King Himself. The message urged us to examine our lives, identify our idols, and be willing to "sell out" everything for Christ. It also called us to live in such a way that our actions demand a gospel explanation to the watching world.

Takeaways:

• We must be willing to inventory every aspect of our lives (possessions, finances, time, relationships) and offer them to God, identifying and relinquishing any idols we may have.
• As Christians, we are saved not just for our own benefit, but to glorify God through good works that impact our community and world.
• We should strive to live in a way that causes others to ask why we do what we do, giving us opportunities to share about Christ's work in our lives.

This sermon challenges us to move beyond mere mental assent to truth and into lived-out faith. It asks us to consider: If our church disappeared tomorrow, would our community feel the loss? Are we truly selling out for the King, or just seeking the benefits of His kingdom?

Let's prayerfully reflect on these questions this week and consider how God might be calling us to respond. 

We want to express our gratitiude to Justin for joining us yesterday to share this message.

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