Matthew // Week 18

In Matthew 6:1–4, Jesus confronts the danger of performance faith — doing spiritual things to be seen, admired, and applauded by others. The Pharisees pursued public honor and social reputation, but Jesus warns that human applause is the only reward they receive.This message explores how God looks beyond our actions to the motives behind them. Jesus calls us into a deeper, quieter faithfulness: a life where generosity, obedience, and devotion are not for display, but done in secret before the Father.“Do not let your left hand know what your right hand is doing.”The truth is, we all wrestle with mixed motives. But Jesus invites us to:• Examine our hearts honestly• Cultivate a secret life of faithfulness• Rest in the approval of our Father, who sees what is done in secretThe Father sees. The Father knows. And His approval is enough.