Prayer: Our Strength

steve ellis
Sep 3, 2022
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Updated: Sep 4, 2022

Following Jesus requires humility. One of the basic principles we find in Scripture is "I cannot do this on my own." Following Jesus means we will rely on His strength, mercy, forgiveness, and grace where we are weak. Unfortunately, pride will often prevent us from following after Jesus. Pride does not like to admit weakness. Exploring the example of prayer Jesus offers in (Matthew 6) reminds us of our needs.

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318: Generosity

Jesus calls us to a deeper kind of generosity—one that’s hidden, humble, and heart-driven.

317: Greater Righteousness

Jesus sits down on a mountain, surrounded by a growing crowd of disciples. This isn’t just a picturesque backdrop—this is intentional. It echoes the story of Moses receiving the Law on Mount Sinai. But Jesus isn’t receiving Torah—he’s teaching it. Not just repeating it, but showing what it was always meant to be.

316: Salt, Light, and a City

Jesus doesn’t begin the Sermon on the Mount with commands—He begins with identity. “You are the salt of the earth… You are the light of the world.” These aren’t tasks to perform, but deep truths to live from.