Kurt Barnes
-
Rediscovering God’s Design for Sex and Love
Matthew 5:27-30 27 “You have heard that it was said, ‘You shall not commit adultery.’ 28 But I tell you that anyone who looks at a woman lustfully has already committed adultery with her in his heart. 29 If your right eye causes you… Continue reading
-
The Heart of Righteousness: Moving Beyond Surface-Level Obedience
Matthew 5:21-26 21 “You have heard that it was said to the people long ago, ‘You shall not murder,and anyone who murders will be subject to judgment.’ 22 But I tell you that anyone who is angry with a brother or sisterwill be subject… Continue reading
-
True Life: Surrendering to the Loving Authority of Jesus
Matthew 5:17-20 (NIV) 17 “Do not think that I have come to abolish the Law or the Prophets; I have not come to abolish them but to fulfill them. 18 For truly I tell you, until heaven and earth disappear, not the smallest… Continue reading
-
Salt and Light: Living as Kingdom Citizens in a Flavorless World
Matthew 5:13-16 (NIV) Salt and Light 13 “You are the salt of the earth. But if the salt loses its saltiness, how can it be made salty again? It is no longer good for anything, except to be thrown out… Continue reading
-
The Beatitudes: An Invitation to True Happiness in God’s Kingdom
What does it take to be truly happy? This question has captivated humanity for millennia, and even today, millions seek answers through various means. In 2018, Yale University launched a course called “Psychology and the Good Life,” which quickly became… Continue reading
-
Entering the Kingdom: A Call to True Repentance
In the wilderness of Judea, a voice cries out, “Repent, for the kingdom of heaven has come near.” These words, spoken by John the Baptist, echo through time and still resonate with us today. But what does it truly mean… Continue reading
-
Sticking Close to Jesus When Chronic Pain is Loud
By Kurt Barnes Life sure can throw a lot at us, can’t it? One minute things are great, the next, you’re facing something really tough. In my post (https://kurtbarnes.org/2024/11/20/walking-with-a-limp-faith-and-chronic-pain/), I talked about how a bad accident at work left me… Continue reading
-
The Unexpected Family Tree: Finding Hope in Imperfection
By: Kurt Barnes When we think of family trees, we often imagine a neat, orderly progression of generations. But what if the most important family tree in history was anything but ordinary? The lineage of Jesus Christ, as recorded in… Continue reading
-
The Unexpected Family Tree of Jesus: A Story of Grace and Inclusion
By: Kurt Barnes When we think of royal lineages, we often imagine a pristine line of noble and virtuous ancestors. But the genealogy of Jesus Christ, as presented in the Gospel of Matthew, paints a strikingly different picture. Far from… Continue reading
-
In the Dark, Holding Onto Hope: Processing Yesterday’s Lockdown Together
By: Kurt Barnes Yesterday started like many other volunteer days at my child’s school. The familiar sounds of learning and youthful energy filled the halls. Then, suddenly, the world shifted… Lockdown. Immediately. Not a drill. In an instant, the lights… Continue reading
