In this episode of Gospel Explorations, Pastor Mark dives into Matthew 5:27–30 where Jesus reveals that sin begins in the heart—not just in outward actions. Learn why lust is more than just a physical act, how imagination fuels sin, an...

Jesus takes the law deeper, beyond actions to the heart. In this episode, Pastor Mark unpacks Matthew 5:21–26, where Jesus teaches that inward sins no one can see matter just as much as outward sins. Learn why reconciliation is essential before...

"Fulfilled, Not Forgotten: Jesus and the Law" There is a lot of confusion concerning Christ and the Law, yet He clearly lays out for us in Matthew 5:17-20 his relationship to the Law. Christ came not to abolish or to destroy the l...

Shining Bright: Living as Salt and LightSome of the most powerful pictures in all of the Sermon on the Mount are found in Matthew 5:13-16—salt and light! Jesus communicated so much in such a succinct way as he called his disciples...

Peacemakers and the PersecutedWe wrap up the beatitudes in the Sermon on the Mount as we look at vv. 9-12. We've been called to be peacemakers and share the good news with others so that they will be at peace with God. Yet, what d...