God calls us to live with faith over fear. Yet, we live in a world of fear. We are bombarded every day with worries, doubts and fears. And, every day we must decide if we are going to live with faith or fear. When we bring our fears to Jesus, He hears our heart and answers our prayers. And, when He does, we are called to respond with worship, gratitude and service. What fears do you have today? Fears of the future, fears of failure, fears for your family or friends. Let’s bring all our fears to Jesus and ask Him to grow our faith. He is willing and able today.

Jesus ends His longest sermon with an invitation. A call to those listening to respond. There are disciples and there is the crowd. How will you respond today? Jesus said there is a wide gate that leads to destruction or a narrow gate that leads to life. Will you enter through the narrow gate of Jesus today? Will you enter into an eternal relationship with the One who came to give His life for you? And, will you build your life on the Rock of Christ? How will you respond today?

Jesus invites us to approach God with confidence, continually asking, seeking, and knocking. Prayer is about trusting our good Father, who knows what we need, transforms us through every season, and calls us to share His goodness with others.