This past Sunday we gathered together in God’s presence and continued our journey through the book of Acts. We studied Acts 5:1–11, the story of Ananias and Sapphira, and were reminded of the seriousness of God’s holiness.

Sara Krieg preached a powerful message on how their choice to hold back and pretend before God showed hearts more concerned with appearances than with true devotion. She reminded us that God is not looking for half-hearted offerings, but for a spirit of honesty, gratitude, and reverence. The story of Ananias and Sapphira isn’t just about judgment—it’s about the call to live with integrity before God. We are invited to give, serve, and worship with grateful hearts, not out of fear of what others think or a desire to appear generous. God desires sincerity and devotion more than any outward display.

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