Matthew 7:13-27 | Jesus' authority demands His teachings be obeyed rather than merely admired.

Our ability to trust God in all situations shows us that degree to which we treasure Him.

True fasting reveals what controls us and redirects us to know God.

Since we communicate with the Father in prayer, focus on Him rather than others.

Our motives to give show us who we serve since knowing the Father transforms them.

Matthew 5:38-48 | Selflessly love everyone since such actions reflect God's perfect love for us.

Matthew 5:33-37 | Be faithful with your words because anything less than honesty mocks God's sovereignty.

Matthew 5:27-32 | Pursue purity in your relationships since adultery grows from the heart.

Matthew 5:21-26 | Since the content of our heart matters, pursue reconciliation in anger-stained relationships.