July 20, 2025 • K.Paul Maurer • Matthew 12:9–21

As we look at the 12 men who Jesus called his disciples, Pastor K.Paul asks this question, "What would you die for?"

July 20, 2025 • K.Paul Maurer • Matthew 12:9–21

Jesus walks into a synagogue and sees a man with a withered hand. But He also sees a room full of withered hearts.

This week’s message isn’t just about healing—it's about what you’re gripping so tightly… that it might be gripping you back.
Religion vs. compassion. Rules vs. restoration. And a simple invitation that still echoes today:
“Stretch out your hand.”

It’s time to let go.
Not of your faith—but of everything else trying to take its place.

July 13, 2025 • K.Paul Maurer • Matthew 12:1–8

This week, Pastor K. Paul walks us through Matthew 12:1–8 and challenges us to rethink the Sabbath—not as a list of rules to follow, but as a gift to receive. Jesus drew four powerful conclusions that flip the script on legalism:

1. God values mercy and love more than ritual precision.
2. The Sabbath was made to bless us, not burden us.
3. Jesus is Lord of the Sabbath—and He is our rest.
4. Human traditions must never override God’s Word.

At the heart of the message is this truth:
"You can't live for Him if you don't find life in Him first."

Before we lead, serve, or even strive to be “good Christians,” Jesus invites us to come and rest. In Him, we find the life our souls were made for.

Tune in as we explore how real faith starts not with effort—but with rest.