The Weekly Word from Burns

Can You Stay Awake Forever? (Hint: No.)
It's Holy Week Tuesday—the last day Jesus walked the earth before the events of the Passion began. Today, we slow down and listen to the longest, most challenging sermon Jesus ever preached: the Olivet Discourse (Matthew 24-25).
The disciples were worried about a coming disaster, and Jesus' answer was simple: "Be Ready."
But how do you prepare for the end of the world as you know it? Is it a bunker, shelf-stable food, or a stockpile of whiskey and ammo?
Jesus tells us about virgins who fell asleep, and warns us about the destruction of Jerusalem and His ultimate return. The lesson isn't about staying awake forever, it's about being ready when you wake up.
Discover the simple, powerful act of "readiness" that Jesus demands. It might be the spiritual spring cleaning you need to fight complacency and live well right now.

Have you heard the story of the Cleansing of the Temple? What was going on when Jesus made the whip and turned over the tables? How do we need to make room in our hearts for his message.

Spring cleaning for the soul starts NOW! 🌱 Today, we kick off our Holy Week series by transporting back to Palm Sunday.
Forget what you expect from a king—Jesus rides in on a colt, not a war horse, and instead of calling for battle, He weeps. Why? Because He's the weirdest... and best... King the world has ever known.
Join us for this first message as we challenge ourselves to stop being lukewarm and give King Jesus the full-coat-on-the-ground reverence He deserves.

Do you ever feel "malformed" by life? 🤔
The Bible is full of stories about people who let pride, comfort, or control warp their faith. We're diving into the powerful stories of Ananias & Sapphira, Peter, and Simon the Magician to see how spiritual malformation happens. But here's the good news: It doesn't have to be permanent.
Listen and find out why your story is not over, because God is always in the reforming business.

The term "Spiritual Formation" gets thrown around a lot, but what does it really mean? Simply put, it's submitting to the Holy Spirit to make us more like Jesus.
In this message, we explore why this process is the church's ultimate mission. We look at key passages like 2 Peter 3:18, Ephesians 4:11, and Romans 12:2 to understand the stark choice before every person: you are either being transformed or malformed.
Are you content with simply "going to church," or do you desire to see Christ fully formed in your life? We examine the simple, unpopular word that underpins all of Spiritual Formation: obedience.
Listen as we ask the hard questions about areas like anger, forgiveness, and worry, and commit to the simple, radical decision: Will you choose The Jesus Way?
Download and listen to this vital sermon to renew your commitment to growing up "to the measure of the stature of the fullness of Christ."

Take a listen to the stories of a few men at Burns and how God has worked to form them. What do you notice they have in common?

Ever heard the phrase "faith like a mustard seed?" Of course you have. It's one of Christianity's most ubiquitous, and often misunderstood, sayings.
In this powerful message, we dive deep into the Bible to look at Two Tales of the Mustard Seed. You might be surprised to learn that Jesus uses this image in two very different contexts, leading to two distinct—yet absolutely essential—lessons for your life.
First, we explore the Parable of the Kingdom, where the tiny seed proves that a little is always enough when it's in God's service. Then, we look at the disciples' embarrassing failure in Matthew 17, where Jesus turns the phrase into a sharp question: If faith can move mountains, why aren't any mountains moving in your life?
Stop worrying that you're not enough, and start asking: Do I have any real faith at all? This sermon will challenge you to stop faking it and finally prove it.

What Does It Really Mean to Follow Jesus?
Most people have it wrong. Following Jesus is more than going to church, trying to be good, or having a vague sense of "spirituality." We get honest about the three biggest challenges every single Christian faces: We can’t see Him, we constantly get distracted, and let's face it—Jesus was perfect, and we are not.
If you struggle to keep up, you're in great company (just look at the original disciples!). Tune in as we explore a simple, powerful truth from Matthew 10:25 and discover why the secret to following Jesus isn't about perfect performance, but about the unfailing mercy of Christ and the power of the Holy Spirit.
Stop beating yourself up and learn what it truly means to be a student of the Teacher.
Press play to find grace in the journey.

Is the story of the widow's two coins a feel-good story, or a scathing critique? Most of us miss the crucial context. Just moments before watching the widow, Jesus condemns the religious leaders for "devouring widow's houses."
In this episode, we explore how this story is a living example of that condemnation. It's the launchpad for a deep look at "human math" vs. "God's math"—the world's way of adding up power, influence, and security versus the kingdom's logic of service, sacrifice, and faith. If you've ever felt that your small acts of faithfulness don't add up to much, this message is for you.

New Year, New Focus: The 2025 Theme Is Here!
Sermons can be terrible in all sorts of predictable ways—and the annual look-back/look-ahead message is often the worst offender! In this message, Matthew not only revisits 10 years of past themes (from "Simply Christian" to "Perspective"), but also casts a clear vision for where God is leading us next.
Join us as we celebrate the amazing faithfulness of God in 2024 and dive into the simple, powerful truth that will anchor our community in the coming year. This message introduces our 2025 theme, taken straight from Jesus's words in Luke 16:10: "Faithful in Little."
Discover why you don't have to save the world, and how being faithful in the very little things God has put in your hands is actually the most significant thing you can do.