Summary | Pray Like ThisIn Matthew 6:5-13, Jesus gives us instructions on how to pray. He cautions against the behavior of the play-actors (hypocrites), who pray publicly to gain recognition from others.Instead, he advises us to pray privately and si...

Dear ,Reflection: Today, we're going to focus on offering mercy to others. It's important to show compassion and understanding, even in difficult situations. Reflect on the times when you may have been too quick to judge or too harsh in your criticis...

Dear ,On Monday we looked at understanding judgment. Today, we're going to focus on addressing our blind spots. We all have areas where we lack understanding or impartiality, and it's important to seek feedback from others to help us grow. Reflect on...

Dear ,Today, we're going to focus on understanding what it means to judge. As believers, we are called to hold each other accountable, but we must do so with humility and love. Think about the times when you may have judged others unfairly or without...

Dear ,Here’s an overview of what to expect this week with Going Deeper:The devotions will continue to focus on Matthew 7:1-5.There will only be three messages (today, Wednesday, and Friday).Each will include a challenge acvitity that involves another...

Dear ,Today, you have an opportunity to share any progress or achievements you made this week as a result of practicing the #RelationshipRules given by Jesus:1) Refraining from judging, criticizing, or condemning others; and/or2) Removing the beam in...

, read Psalm 51:10 and reflect on the idea that you need to ask God to create in you a clean heart before you can help others. Consider how having a clean heart changes the way you interact with others, and the impact it has on your relationships. As...

Hi, . Read Matthew 7:3-4, and consider the image of the beam in your own eye and the splinter in your friend's eye.Reflect on the idea that before you try to help others, you need to address your own shortcomings and become aware of your own blind sp...

Good morning, .What judgments or rules have you constructed for others that you're now struggling to follow yourself? One of mine has to do with the shower.I installed a device that keeps the water hot in the pipes. Typically, the water will get hot...

What is it like to be in the room with you? Ask three people who you know will tell you the truth, and humbly listen to their response.Read Matthew 7:1-5 and focus on the phrase "judge not." Reflect on the idea that this refers to not criticizing, co...