Today's culture constantly urges us to acquire more. Work hard, to make money, to spend it on things that we want and desire. As stewards of the things that God gives us, we must ask the question: where am I investing my time, energy, and resources?

In this sermon on Matthew 6:19–24, Jesus contrasts fragile earthly riches with lasting eternal heavenly rewards. While material possessions are not inherently wrong, making them the anchor of our hope, joy, and peace can quietly turn our hearts away from God.

Pastor Maiola Vivas challenges us to look closely at what we treasure, reminding us that our daily choices reveal the real condition of our hearts. Jesus warns that it is impossible to divide our allegiance between God and wealth; we cannot serve two masters. By learning to see our resources through a lens of faithful stewardship, we can shift our mindset from building temporary earthly kingdoms to making a lasting impact for eternity.

Sometimes prayer can feel like a dry routine: saying the right words to get our way, high-pressure performance, or striving to get God's attention. In this message, Pastor Maiola Vivas unpacks how Jesus lovingly models a completely different framework. He teaches us to approach God not as a distant ruler but as a heavenly Father who knows our needs and invites us into real relationship.

Together, we look at how balancing deep intimate friendship with awe-inspiring reverence changes the way we pray to God during life's greatest trials. When we seek His Kingdom and surrender our will to His, trusting Him for daily provision, we find true fellowship with our loving Father.

The example of prayer that Jesus gives us in Matthew 6:9-15 shapes our hearts from the inside out. It reminds us that our confidence doesn't come from using eloquent words, but from knowing the character of the One who listens. Shifting our perspective on prayer transforms our quiet times, deepens our trust, and draws us closer to the Father's heart!

When it comes to spiritual disciplines like fasting, prayer, and generosity, why is it so easy to focus on outward appearances rather than the inward state of our hearts? In this sermon on Matthew 6:16–18, we look at the instructions Jesus gives to His followers about practicing their faith. He encourages us to examine our motives, making sure our motive is not to impress others but to seek genuine fellowship with God.

By addressing the subtle trap of seeking human approval, Pastor Maiola Vivas reminds us of the true Biblical purpose of fasting, which is to hunger for more of God. Jesus reminds us that true devotion doesn't need a public stage or a gloomy face. Instead, when we fix our focus on the Father who sees what is done in secret, our spiritual lives are protected from pride and filled with real purpose and great reward.

Discover how choosing secret devotion over public performance can expose our weaknesses, deepen our dependence on God, and bring satisfaction of living entirely for Him!