The Wise and the Foolish Builder // Matthew 7:24-27
November 21, 2021 • Lorenzo Elizondo • Matthew 7:24–27
Every kingdom citizen is to build on the Rock that is Christ, not on the shifting sands of culture and emotion.
God's Got This // Matthew 6:22-34
November 14, 2021 • Lorenzo Elizondo
Putting God first takes time and effort. In the closing verses of Matthew 6remind us that God in control of all things at all times. Jesus commands us that as his people, we are to keep our faith in him first above all things, including the worries and pressures of life.
Treasure // Matthew 6:19-21
November 7, 2021 • Lorenzo Elizondo • Matthew 6:19–21
Whatever our heart is full of will determine what we treasure. Jesus teaches us to guard our heart from those things which the world promises to bring joy, but only leave us empty and wanting. Our joy comes not from things, but from Jesus.
Lord, Teach us to Pray // Matthew 6:1-13
October 31, 2021 • Lorenzo Elizondo • Matthew 6:1–13
Kingdom citizens avoid the pretentious prayers of the hypocrites. Kingdom citizens avoid the repetitious prayers of the unbelievers. Kingdom citizens pray to express their needs, desires, and dependence on their heavenly Father. Kingdom citizens pray to worship their Father, honoring His name, seeking His will, and trusting in His faithfulness.
Kingdom Life in the Real World // Matthew 6:1-18
October 24, 2021 • Lorenzo Elizondo • Matthew 6:1–18
Kingdom citizens live life in the real world, not to impress others, but for the glory of God our Father. Kingdom citizens live all of life in the presence of God, in submission to God, and in full dependence on God. Kingdom Citizens are transformed from the inside out, which produces a life of righteousness in the real world. Kingdom citizens live with purpose in the real world, demonstrating and advancing the Kingdom of God.
The Focus of the Church // Matthew 5:43-6:4
October 10, 2021 • Lorenzo Elizondo • Matthew 5:43—6:4, Romans 15:1–7
As Kingdom citizens we are called by God to live out our faith both individually and as a church family. What we focus on in life determines how we live our life.
Loved Enemies Love Enemies // Matthew 5:43-48
October 3, 2021 • Nathan Elizondo • Matthew 5:43–48
God’s people will love their enemies. Our love as Christians should stand out and be different from the word’s love. It’s easy to love those who love us, but in order to love the ones that hate us, we must first be loved by God.
Death to Selfie // Matthew 5:38-42
September 26, 2021 • Lorenzo Elizondo • Matthew 5:38–42
Kingdom Citizens do not seek revenge for themselves. Jesus reminds thatwe are to give to our enemies and pray for them. We humble ourselves and rememberthat vengeance belongs to God, not us.
Truth at All Costs // Matthew 5:33-27
September 19, 2021 • Nathan Elizondo • Matthew 5:33–37
Kingdom Citizens pursue and speak the truth at all times, at all costs. In order to do this we must reject all deceitfulness, worship God as sovereign, and stay on guard against Satan.
Divorce and Marriage // Matthew 5:33-37
September 12, 2021 • Nathan Elizondo • Matthew 5:33–37
Divorce is messy, and should always be the absolute last resort. The Bible gives two reasons for divorce, adultery and abandonment. We are to seek counseling and fight for our marriages every single day, however because of sin it is not always possible to keep the union. There is still good news though, Jesus offers forgiveness and freedom the sin of adultery and divorce by his work on the cross.
Sexual Purity // Matthew 5:27-30
September 5, 2021 • Lorenzo Elizondo • Matthew 5:27–30
Lust has existed ever since sin entered the world. Everyone has dealt with it at one point or another. God designed sexual intimacy between married men and women, anything outside of that is lust and sin. Jesus takes the Old Testament laws a step further, and tells us that we are to not only commit acts of adultery, but to resist and fight our natural tendencies of lust.
The Letter and Spirit of the Law // Matthew 5:21-30
August 29, 2021 • Lorenzo Elizondo • Matthew 5:21–30
When most people think about the Law of the Old Testament, they usually only think about words and sentences. However, in the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus shows us the depth and reality of the heart behind God’s wonderful Law.
The Antithesis // Matthew 25:21-46
August 22, 2021 • Lorenzo Elizondo • Matthew 25:21–46
Matthew 5:21-46 has been regarded as, “The Antithesis” portion of the Sermon on the Mount. Jesus shifts in his sermon and begins to establish a new Law. Jesus does not condemn the Law of the Old Testament, but rather fulfills it and gives his people, Kingdom Citizens a new way to live.
Great in the Kingdom of Heaven // Matthew 5:17-20
August 15, 2021 • Lorenzo Elizondo • Matthew 5:17–20
Our culture typically honors those with the strongest abilities, best looks, and toward success. However, in God’s kingdom, greatness is not measured by what others think about us and our accomplishments, but on our submission to Christ as our Lord and Savior.
Called to Righteousness // Matthew 5:17-20
August 8, 2021 • Lorenzo Elizondo • Matthew 5:17–20
Many people incorrectly believe that Jesus did away with the Old Testament and made it obsolete. However, in this sermon we see Christ did not erase the Law but fulfilled it perfectly. Now, through the Holy Spirit, we are renewed and enabled to obey the Law.
