Fresh Bread from the Pastor's Pen

Matthew 7:21 confronts the danger of false assurance by showing that verbal confession and religious activity are not enough—only those who do the will of the Father will enter the kingdom. In a culture saturated with easy-believism, Jesus calls for self-examination, genuine discipleship, and abiding obedience. This warning should stir every churchgoer and small group member to test their faith in light of Scripture and seek to be truly known by Christ.

This blog explores the striking similarities between the wise and foolish builders in Matthew 7:24-27. Both hear Jesus' words and build houses that appear strong. Yet only one endures the storm, revealing the critical difference: obedience to Christ. It's a sobering call to examine our foundations and live out what we profess to believe.

This blog challenges believers to examine whether their lives are built on the solid rock of Christ or the shifting sands of worldly wisdom. It presents three diagnostic questions about seeking God’s wisdom, rightly handling His Word, and living in obedience to Christ. True spiritual stability comes from hearing and doing Christ’s words, resulting in a life that stands firm through every storm.

This blog article reflects on the inauguration of Donald Trump as the 47th president and the Christian response to political leadership and wealth. It emphasizes the need for believers to align their views of politics with Christ’s teachings, warning against placing trust in political systems or wealth for security.

In this article, Pastor Brandon argues that God designed work to be good and holy, reflecting His perfect creation. Though the fall brought toil, work done for His glory is still pleasing. As Christians, we are called to work diligently in ministry or daily tasks while balancing rest and play in line with God's design."

Pastor Brandon reminds us that exalting God in everything we do is the heart of our philosophy of ministry. From faithful preaching and equipping the saints to sharing the gospel, we seek to glorify Him in all things

As we enter the new year, Pastor Brandon reflects on the importance of spiritual growth and maturity in Christ. In this blog, he encourages us to evaluate our lives, seek sound doctrine, and deepen our love for the truth.

This blog article explores the deep truths in Matthew 6:9-10, where Jesus teaches His disciples to pray. It emphasizes that when we address God as "Our Father in heaven," we acknowledge both His personal care for us and His sovereign authority. The phrase "Hallowed be Your name" calls us to revere God's holiness, recognizing that He always acts for His great name's sake.

This blog article can help readers reflect on the deeper significance of praying for God's will, encouraging them to both anticipate Christ's return and live faithfully in the present by submitting to God's revealed will.

Pastor Brandon discusses the current state of the church and explains that the root cause is a lack of reverence for God's holiness and a lack of understanding of the sinfulness of sin.