Truth v. Spin
Truth v. Spin
Over the next few weeks, we’ll be exploring the relational priorities and practices Jesus gives for his church in Matt 5.21-48. We believe that Jesus knows best – he’s the wisest teacher to have ever lived – and doing relationships as he describes them will always lead to flourishing for us and others. We believe that Jesus modeled all of these relational priorities and practices, showing us in his life how we ought to live. And we believe that Jesus has given us – in his life, death, resurrection, and gift of his Spirit – all the resources we need to live this kind of life together.
Text: Matt 5:33-37
Relationship Homework:
Reflect
In what ways have you inflated your promises?
In what ways have you failed your promises?
Community Discussion:
In Matthew 5:33–37. What kind of people is Jesus forming?
Where are you most tempted to use inflated, vague, or performative words? Why?
Read Romans 8:32. How does God’s costly faithfulness in Jesus give us security to speak plainly, keep promises, and tell the truth — even when it costs us?
What would it look like this week for your “yes” or “no” to become more embodied and trustworthy? Is there a conversation, commitment, apology, or follow-through you need to make visible through action?
May 17th, 2026