No
Aug 13, 2017 • Matt Santen
In the first message of the Five Words That Will Change Your Life series, Pastor Matt explores the word "No" through the lens of Jesus' temptation in the wilderness (Matthew 4:1–11). As Jesus resisted the devil’s offers—comfort, popularity, and power—He modeled the kind of purposeful “no” that we’re called to emulate. In a world that constantly pulls us toward overcommitment and people-pleasing, saying no isn’t about being selfish—it’s about being clear. When we know our God-given purpose, we can say no to distractions and yes to what matters most. Whether it’s how we spend our time, our money, or our energy, the call is to live with eternal perspective and invest our lives in what truly lasts.