In the Gospel of Matthew, Jesus imparts valuable teachings to His followers, addressing fundamental aspects of life, including ambition. Matthew 6:19-34 serves as a guide(more…)
Category: Rooted Simply
Exploring Christian Piety: A Reflection on Matthew 6:1-18
In the Gospel of Matthew, Chapter 6, verses 1-18, Jesus provides valuable teachings on piety, emphasizing the importance of sincerity and humility in one’s spiritual(more…)
Embracing the April Chill: Cold Crop Planting in Zone 5b
As April unfolds in Zone 5b, gardeners are eagerly gearing up for planting season. While the weather may still be cool, there’s a myriad of(more…)
Understanding Christian Righteousness: A Reflection on Matthew 5:17-48
In the Gospel of Matthew, Jesus delivers the Sermon on the Mount, a profound and transformative discourse that provides insights into the principles of Christian(more…)
Salt & Light: A Christian’s Influence According
In the Gospel of Matthew, Jesus delivers a profound message on the influence of Christians in the world. In Matthew 5:13-16, he uses the metaphors(more…)
Blessed Are… Part 10
Embracing the Wisdom of the Beatitudes As we conclude our journey through the Beatitudes, let’s reflect on the key insights and lessons learned from these(more…)
Blessed Are… Part 9
Blessed Are Those Persecuted for Righteousness In the Gospel of Matthew, Chapter 5 verses 10-11, Jesus imparts a profound message of strength, resilience, and divine(more…)
Blessed Are… Part 8
The Art of Peacemaking: Building Bridges in a Divided World In Matthew 5:9, Jesus pronounced, “Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children(more…)
Blessed Are… Part 7
The Radiance of Purity: Nurturing a Heart of Integrity In Matthew 5:8, Jesus declared, “Blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God.”(more…)
Blessed Are… Part 6
Embracing Mercy: A Path to Blessing In Matthew 5:7, Jesus proclaimed, “Blessed are the merciful, for they will be shown mercy.” The concept of mercy(more…)