In God We Trust with Brian Meier:  In today's sermon, Brian discusses Mark 12:41-44. Jesus praised the widow who gave two small coins—not for the amount, but for the trust behind it. The real problem isn’t money; it’s the love of money that twists our hearts (1 Tim 6:10). Money is a tool; worship is for God alone. When we chase security in cash, we end up anxious and stingy. When we trust God, we become free, content, and generous. Money makes a lousy master but a useful servant. Put your trust in God, not in what’s in your wallet.

Who's Ready to Fight with Brian Meier: We are in a real spiritual battle and must be ready to fight. We’re not fighting people—we’re fighting the Devil, the Tempter, the Father of Lies. Scripture urges us to stay alert because the enemy is always on the prowl. We don’t fight in our own strength. We fight by faith, trusting in God’s unseen power, just like Elisha’s servant whose eyes were opened to the heavenly army surrounding him. The battle is real, but so is God’s presence—so be ready to fight, and don’t fight alone.