Better & Brighter

Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount gives the blueprint for a life that stands out in a dark and bitter world. Across 14 weeks, we will teach people how to live in such a way that they reflect the character of Jesus, help people find what matters, and help every environment they enter be better and brighter.

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Better + Brighter: Be Authentic

Jesus warns against performative faith and calls us to authenticity. Real generosity isn’t about recognition but sincerity. When we give and serve from honest motives rather than seeking applause, God sees, rewards, and is glorified through our lives.

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Better + Brighter: Be Gracious

Jesus calls us to live by grace, not revenge. Grace rewrites the rules, reacts differently, and responds with unconditional love — even toward enemies. When we choose grace over retaliation, we reflect Jesus and shine brightest in a hostile world.

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Better + Brighter: Be different

Jesus calls His followers to live differently in a culture that has normalized brokenness in relationships. Faithfulness, purity, and commitment reflect God’s better design. When we choose holiness and run to grace when we fall, we make “different” the new normal.

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Better + Brighter: Be Tempered

Jesus teaches that anger, left unchecked, destroys relationships and darkens lives. Being tempered means assessing our anger, adjusting our attitudes, and pursuing reconciliation quickly. When we respond with humility and grace instead of rage, we reflect Jesus and bring light into conflict.

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Better + Brighter: Be Blessed

Jesus teaches that blessing doesn’t come from comfort or success, but from brokenness, hunger for God, and bold faith. When we depend on Him, extend mercy, pursue righteousness, and choose peace, we experience true blessing — and become a blessing to the world around us.

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Better + Brighter: Be Salt & Light

Jesus calls His followers to be salt and light — making life better and brighter wherever they go. Salt preserves and adds flavor; light reveals and guides. When our lives reflect Jesus through grace-filled actions and good deeds, people don’t just notice us — they’re drawn toward God.

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