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Touching Monday Episode 62 - The Reward of a Pure Heart (Matthew 5:8

Even the possibility of having a "pure heart" is amazing to think about! But this condition does not come through our efforts to do better; purity of heart comes only through a relationship with Christ! We should be asking ourselves, "Where or how is my focus? Is it on the Lord and my relationship with Him, or is it divided among all my other responsibilities?" Listen along as we talk about the beatitude of purity of heart! Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2456106/fan_mail/new]

Touching Monday Episode 61 - A Place at the Table (Mark 3:31-35)

The Bible provides so much help to us to think clearly about our relationships and the priority we place on them as we go about life. In Mark 3, Jesus makes some statements about family that seem shocking at first, but that provide helpful perspective on how we view these relationships with others, particularly our family. Join us as we discuss the belonging provided in relationship with Christ! Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2456106/fan_mail/new]

Touching Monday Episode 60 - Who Is My Neighbor? (Luke 10:25-37)

Many are familiar with the story of the Good Samaritan from Luke 10. Jesus uses this event to get us to think about our personal involvement in the lives of others, and the decisions we make about how we might best help when a need presents itself. Are we looking for opportunities to show mercy to others around us, or do we see others as distractions and obstacles in our lives? Listen along as we discuss our response to those around us!  Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2456106/fan_mail/new]

Touching Monday Episode 59 - The Flow of Mercy (Matthew 5:7)

We love mercy--at least when it is extended to us! We can sometimes struggle, though, extending mercy to other people, especially those who have hurt us in some way. But mercy is one of the clearest marks of a life changed by God. Mercy is more than a feeling; it is expressed through action. Listen along as we discuss the beatitude of mercy and how we can show it to others! Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2456106/fan_mail/new]

Touching Monday Episode 58 - Starving for What Matters (Matthew 5:6)

Our world is filled with "appetites" - success, comfort, recognition, and pleasure all compete for our attention. What about your appetite for righteousness? Jesus points us this direction, and helps us understand that He is the only thing that will satisfy. Listen along as we discuss what we truly hunger and thirst after! Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2456106/fan_mail/new]