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In Part One of Unnecessary, we’re exploring a question many people live with — is Jesus necessary, or just an optional addition to life?In the Gospel of John, Jesus describes Himself as the Good Shepherd — someone who knows His sheep, cares for them, and leads them toward life. Not as an extra or a “nice-to-have,” but as the one who actually guides and sustains us.Jesus isn’t meant to be the cherry on top of an already full life. He invites us into a real relationship with Him — one where we’re known, led, and cared through that relationship, He promises something deeper: life to the full, here and now.

In Part 8, Jesus describes two paths — one wide and easy, and one narrow that leads to life. Many choose the easy road, but Jesus invites us to something deeper.He challenges us to look beyond what we say we believe and consider how we’re actually living. A life shaped by His words is one that’s lived out, not just agreed with.The good life Jesus describes is built intentionally — choosing the path that leads to something real and lasting.

In Part 7, Jesus speaks directly to the way we judge others. It’s easy to compare, critique, and measure the people around us. But He invites us to look inward before pointing outward — to examine our own hearts first.This isn’t about perfection; it’s about humility. When we release judgment, we make room for grace — for others and for ourselves. The good life begins not with fixing everyone else, but with taking responsibility for what’s happening inside of us.

In Part 6 of The Good Life series, we continue through Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount and step into one of His most challenging invitations — how we relate to money, security, and trust.We all feel the pull to hold tight, to protect, to make sure we’ll be okay. But what if the good life Jesus describes feels lighter than that? What if freedom from worry is connected to something we’ve been gripping too tightly?This isn’t just about finances. It’s about the heart — what we believe about God, about provision, and about where our security really comes from.

In Part 5 of The Good Life series, we turn our attention to the prayer Jesus gave us — often called The Lord’s Prayer or Our Father.For many of us, these words are deeply familiar. But what if we’ve been moving too quickly past something that was meant to shape us more than we realized? There’s a depth here that’s easy to miss.This week’s challenge:Pray The Lord’s Prayer three times a day — morning, midday, and evening. Let it reshape your perspective on who God really is and notice what begins to change.

In Part 4 of The Good Life series, we explore a shift from living for approval to living from a deeper place of relationship.It invites us to consider how the quiet, unseen parts of our lives shape our hearts, and how where we place our attention slowly forms our sense of value, peace, and purpose.The good life Jesus describes isn’t built on being noticed or getting it right—it’s formed in the hidden moments that draw us closer to God.This week’s challenge:For seven days, do one intentional thing each day that’s just between you and God. No credit. No recognition. Simply notice what it does in you.

In this week's bonus content, we're diving into Jesus' teaching on the weight of words. We're looking at the profound impact of choosing to value the truth and exploring how to build a foundation of trust and integrity in our daily lives.⭐️ More Resources – https://communitychurch.net/the-good-life

What do you do when someone pushes your buttons, takes advantage of you, or treats you unfairly?In Part 3 of The Good Life series, we explore one of Jesus’ most challenging and often misunderstood teachings from the Sermon on the Mount. This message invites us to rethink our natural reactions and consider a different way forward when relationships get tense.Jesus paints a picture of a life that is deeper, stronger, and more hopeful than simply getting even or shutting down. It is not easy, but it might be the kind of life we are actually longing for.

When it comes to the good life, how you handle the what's in the Bible is just as important as what's in the Bible. This week, we're talking about the role of the rules.

We're talking about the unique place of the Sermon on the Mount in ancient history and the people Jesus referred to as "blessed." If you missed the message from this weekend, you're going to want to watch that first. 👉 https://youtu.be/9i-qmVcmd9w?si=RzH87M7Vp2kYBB3D