Foundations: Prayer 2.1.26 11am

Pastor Ben explores Jesus' teachings from the Sermon on the Mount, focusing on the true nature of prayer and Christian service. The sermon emphasizes that Jesus uses hyperbole to address the condition of our hearts rather than establishing rigid rules about public versus private worship. Prayer serves as the "anchor bolt" connecting us to Christ, the foundation of our faith. The central message is that God cares more about our connection with Him than the content of our prayers, and that our actions—whether in prayer or service—should flow from humility rather than pride. The sermon challenges believers to examine their motivations: are we drawing attention to ourselves or pointing others to God? Ultimately, we are called to be "the light of the world," letting our good deeds shine before others so they may praise our Father in heaven.