In Jesus’ first sermon recorded in Mathew he talks about core values. He lists ten core values that he wanted all of his followers to embrace. As I read through Mathew chapter 6 and 7 these values jumped out at me. Read it for yourself sometime. Here is Jesus’ top ten values:

1. Do the right things for the right reasons (6:1-8 & 16-18)
2. Pray for God’s will, not your own (6:9-13)
3. Relationships are vital, they will make you or break you – Keep short accounts (6:14,15)
4. Prioritize eternal things, not temporal things (6:19-24)
5. Don’t sweat the small stuff (6:25-31, 34)
6. God’s kingdom is the most important thing in life; seek it first (6:32, 33)
7. Judge yourself before you judge others (7:1-6)
8. If you need something ask; if you have something, give it. (7:7-12)
9. Stay true to your convictions; Stay on the narrow path of following Christ. (7:13-20)
10. Obedience to God is the only solid foundation in life. Listen to and do what He says (7:21-27)

Jesus also summarized the Bible by saying “Therefore, whatever you want men to do to you, do also to them, for this is the Law and the Prophets.” Matthew 7:12