What if the way we measure a good life is upside down?
In one of his most famous talks, Jesus didn’t offer tips for being more religious. He described a whole new way of being human—where humility is strength, compassion is power, and love extends even to enemies. It was so disruptive that it still unsettles people two thousand years later.
In this series, we’ll explore the Sermon on the Mount as a bold vision for life as it could be. Whether you’re spiritually curious, skeptical, or searching for something more grounded than self-help or success culture, we’ll ask what might change if Jesus was serious—and if this way of life actually works.
Sermon Schedule
January 4: Jesus & his Disciples (Matthew 4)
January 11: Salt & Light, Law & Prophets (Matthew 5)
January 18: Retaliation & Love of Enemies (Matthew 5)
January 25: The Lord’s Prayer (Matthew 6)
February 1: Treasure, Sound Eye, and Two Masters (Matthew 6)
February 8: Worry & Anxiety (Matthew 6)
February 15: Judgments: A Tree and its Fruit (Matthew 7)
Companion Guide
Deepen your learning with prayer and reflection prompts that accompany the sermons. These can be used individually or in groups. Coming January 4!
Try Out a Group!
We invite you to take part in our four-session small group experience that accompanies this series. If you’re not already in a group, you can join an open group that meets on Wednesdays (7pm) at Highrock Arlington (14 Mill St, Arlington) discussing the sermon from the previous Sunday. The group is led by our resident theologian, Scott Rice.