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Jesus teaches us that the Kingdom of God is different, and empowered by His Holy Spirit, its citizens live differently.   ---    Jesus was the greatest teacher the world has ever known, and His teachings continue to shape lives still today. Not far from His ministry base of Capernaum, a hill on the northwestern shore of the Sea of Galilee is traditionally known as the site from which Jesus delivered His Sermon on the Mount. In this beautiful place, Jesus sat down and shared a paradigm-shifting message that became the most famous sermon in history – the greatest sermon ever preached!    Sermon Notes: http://bible.com/events/49447887 Submit a Question: bit.ly/BeyondSundayQuestions

As Jesus introduces His Sermon on the Mount, He uses a series of statements to identify those welcomed into His kingdom. Sitting near the center in this listing of beatitudes, Jesus says, “Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they shall be satisfied.” How, though, does one hunger and thirst for righteousness? This study will seek out the answer by exploring the surrounding verses and understanding what Jesus expects of His kingdom citizens.  A sermon given by Greg Chandler on June 8, 2024.

Jesus expects—and graciously enables—His people to do good.   ---    Jesus was the greatest teacher the world has ever known, and His teachings continue to shape lives still today. Not far from His ministry base of Capernaum, a hill on the northwestern shore of the Sea of Galilee is traditionally known as the site from which Jesus delivered His Sermon on the Mount. In this beautiful place, Jesus sat down and shared a paradigm-shifting message that became the most famous sermon in history – the greatest sermon ever preached!    Sermon Notes: http://bible.com/events/49444579 Submit a Question: bit.ly/BeyondSundayQuestions

Jesus began His Sermon on the Mount not with commands, but with a promise: “Blessed are…” In week one of Summer on the Mount, we looked at how the Beatitudes aren't just a list of virtues—they're the characteristics of a life surrendered to the King. In a world chasing status and success, Jesus shows us the way of the kingdom: humility, mercy, purity, and peace. This kind of life may go unnoticed by the world, but it's marked by true blessing and eternal reward.

Jesus began His Sermon on the Mount not with commands, but with a promise: “Blessed are…” In week one of Summer on the Mount, we looked at how the Beatitudes aren't just a list of virtues—they're the characteristics of a life surrendered to the King. In a world chasing status and success, Jesus shows us the way of the kingdom: humility, mercy, purity, and peace. This kind of life may go unnoticed by the world, but it's marked by true blessing and eternal reward.

Send us a textWhen Jesus began His Sermon on the Mount, He flipped the world's values upside down. In just a few verses, He declared the truly blessed to be...the spiritually poorthe grievingthe humble and meekThis message from Pastor Kevin Syes explores the first three Beatitudes and how they point us to life in the Kingdom that can't be shaken.Whether you feel empty, overlooked, or overwhelmed—Jesus says you are blessed.Dive into this week's resources!      Sermon Study: https://thechurchco-production.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/sites/3793/2025/05/June-8-2025-Sermon-Study.pdf   Downloadable Booklet:  https://thechurchco-production.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/sites/3793/2025/05/Summer-on-The-Mount-Resource-.pdf   Additional Resources: https://www.crossroads140.com/summer-on-the-mount/Helpful Links:Follow us on Instagram and Facebook.Watch on Youtube.Crossroads 2024 worship Spotify playlist.Info on Crossroads Church.If you'd like to give you can do so here.

Jesus teaches us how to live a blessed life, but the choice is ultimately ours. Will we hear His teaching and obey?   ---    Jesus was the greatest teacher the world has ever known, and His teachings continue to shape lives still today. Not far from His ministry base of Capernaum, a hill on the northwestern shore of the Sea of Galilee is traditionally known as the site from which Jesus delivered His Sermon on the Mount. In this beautiful place, Jesus sat down and shared a paradigm-shifting message that became the most famous sermon in history – the greatest sermon ever preached!   Sermon Notes: http://bible.com/events/49441224  Submit a Question: bit.ly/BeyondSundayQuestions

The importance of a firm, stable, and secure foundation is made evident when Jesus said in the culmination of His Sermon on the Mount, the relevant question left to be answered is this: “What kind of foundation are you building your life on?” Without Christ as our foundation, we are susceptible to all the storms that life brings. With Him, we can face any storm and remain firmly rooted, coming out victorious on the other side. Are you ready to make Christ the foundation for your life today?

What is wisdom? What is righteousness? Who are the primary role-models in wisdom and righteousness in the Old Testament, and how do they point us to Christ? As we conclude our last episode in our Gospel Spice Proverbs series, Stephanie invites us to take a final look at what righteousness and wisdom truly are, and then we will gaze at the Face of Him who is our righteousness. We ponder perseverance and endurance in the faith in our struggle against lust--in whatever form. Make sure to check out the optional-but-oh-so-helpful mini e-book to go along with the series at gospelspice.com/wisdom On righteousness: Proverbs talks a lot about the righteous and the wicked, the lazy, the fool. It teaches by example—what is righteous by showing what is wicked.  The moment you accept Christ, life does not become a stroll in the park. Perseverance in your faith is the hallmark of your faithfulness. Your authenticity is proven by your walk. The walk of faith is a slow transformation with lots of roadblocks and dead-ends and detours, many coming from the past – past idols trying to trip you up in guilt and shame. But you are a new creation in Christ. You are the Bride of Christ, pure and blameless and spotless and righteous—not on your own strength but HIDDEN IN HIM. If you think that conversion is a fast-pass to transformation, you are in for a deception. Faith is slow-cooked more often than it is pressure-cooked, though both happen. Righteousness is valuing God above all else. It means that ethics and morality find their source in respecting God as the ultimate worth. Righteousness is more than doing the “right” thing: righteousness is valuing God as ultimate in all things. Valuing God as ultimate in all things is the ultimate right thing, and that is what makes you righteous in His eyes. Our righteousness is exhibited when we too value and respect the worth of God without wavering and upholding it in all that we do, to the nest of our strength in Christ. In other words, We as humans are to practice righteousness towards the goal of obtaining it, knowing it is already ours in Christ. On wisdom: Solomon was the wisest king who ever lived, yet we have seen that he didn't end so well. The consequences cannot be overstated. Proverbs extols wisdom associated with a man who, by everyone's judgment, was considered wise and is so to the present day. Yet he failed to live by wisdom. The result is further affirmation of the testimony of the Law, that our hope is in One. Even so great a force as wisdom, when it is nurtured and embraced, cannot rescue us from the evil that resides in our hearts. Solomon's details and bad ending, moral of the story: even the wisest man, apart from Christ, is not wise enough. “The universal Voice of God was by the ancient Hebrews often called wisdom.” (A.W. Tozer, The Pursuit of God) “This habit of explaining the Voice by appeals to natural law is at the very root of modern science. In the living, breathing cosmos there is a mysterious Something, too wonderful for any mind to understand. The believing man does not claim to understand. He falls to his knees and whispers, “God.” The man of the earth kneels, too, but not to worship. He kneels to examine, to search, to find the cause and the how of things.” A.W. Tozer Folly is looking for an explanation in the dirt of the earth, under the sun. Wisdom is knowing that God will be found above the sun. And so, wisdom, the voice of God, calls and searches the one who wants to cultivate their spiritual heart. If you have ever experienced inexplicable loneliness, or otherworldly longing, or a feeling of awe and wonder, a moment of light and lightness – that is the Voice of God guiding your spiritual heart to find your rest in Him. On wisdom from above, in the Face of Christ Jesus: Jesus describes the wisdom that is from above in His Sermon on the Mount. Take the Beatitudes and write them in reverse – you will get the wisdom from the world: accumulate riches. Be selfish. Be on the lookout for Number One. Live for this world alone. Jesus is not offering an opinion here. Jesus never gives opinions. He gives truth. HE KNOWS. His wisdom is not from under the sun like Solomon's. His wisdom is not the result of his study of human nature or nature itself. Jesus gives truth because He is fully God. He is speaking from within the intimacy of the Trinity.  His words are not opinions. They are truth. The Sermon on the Mount is Jesus' definition of wisdom that is from above. So, worship God, who is from above the sun. Worship Christ, the radiance of the glory of God and the exact imprint of his nature. This is taken from Hebrews 1:1-5, which tells us that God spoke wisdom through the Old Testament, in Proverbs for example, but that He went all out in Christ: "Long ago, at many times and in many ways, God spoke to our fathers by the prophets, but in these last days he has spoken to us by his Son, whom he appointed the heir of all things, through whom also he created the world. He is the radiance of the glory of God and the exact imprint of his nature, and he upholds the universe by the word of his power. After making purification for sins, he sat down at the right hand of the Majesty on high, having become as much superior to angels as the name he has inherited is more excellent than theirs." ---------------Note to PARENTS--------------- We CARE about your family!! As usual, Stephanie brings in a fictitious character to illustrate our theme. This week's trait is lust. Therefore, the initial illustration, while not explicit, might not be for the youngest ears--unless you are ready to answer spicy questions about intimate relations. Stephanie's mention is brief, but an inquisitive little heart may pick up on questions worth asking! Decide for yourself when to best listen to the first 5 minutes of this episode! Make sure to check out the optional-but-oh-so-helpful mini e-book to go along with the series at gospelspice.com/wisdom MORE ABOUT OUR FICTIONAL GUESTS Over the last few weeks, we have sought to cultivate God-centered hope, faith and joy by pondering wisdom from the Book of Proverbs. We have followed fictitious characters who have role-modeled various options open to us as believers. Today, we will conclude our series by highlighting key takeaways from each one. Samantha has shown us what foolishness is, so that we could know what wisdom from above means. We have seen that embracing Wisdom will bring us knowledge and discernment. We have learned how wisdom undergirds our God-breathed process towards deeper hope, faith and joy. Brian has exemplified the danger of refusing to let God be God. We called this “spiritual adultery,” and discovered guilt that leads to repentance and restoration. We have chosen to embrace integrity and truth in order to enjoy a clear conscience. Brian has shown us that our quest is rooted in our identity. Jessica lived a life rooted in fear and anxiety. She is learning to replace them with faith and trust. With her, we have chosen to embrace faith, as it will lead to peace and serenity. She would tell us that God's love for us is where our heart finds its rest. Lauren's life moved from self-pride to genuine humility. With her, we have embraced a Christ-centered humility that leads to God-honoring gratitude. With Lauren and Jessica, we have pondered this truth: fear stems from a delated view of God; pride stems from an inflated view of self. Eve chose to move away from her self-centered lifestyle, and towards selfless love. She has discovered that true God-grounded love leads to compassion. With her, we have identified the God-given challenge of the Christian life: to nurture our craving for the One who will never disappoint. John's life was deeply rooted in self-destructive greed. Idolatry happens when we love something—anything—more than God. We are all guilty. We all rob ourselves of joy when we choose greed. Because greed robs us of joy, we choose generosity and a purpose rooted in hope, faith and joy. Finally, Lizzie indulged in a lifestyle of selfish numbing and comfortable little pleasures. She created for herself a bubble that isolated her from the real world God had been inviting her to take her place in. We pondered the importance of self-control as the means to the life of freedom that God has for us. Hope, faith and joy are the expression of this God-given, God-glorifying freedom. Through all of them, we have seen that, when we become serious about our intimacy with God, distractions, dangers and hindrances will come knocking. Our life is a spiritual battleground. Our hearts will either side with God, or with the enemy of our soul. Hope, faith and joy lie in the balance. They are the means to the great Reward of life itself: intimacy with God. Worship is the secret of a vibrant relationship with God. Worship is valuing Him as ultimate in all things. First, it means that hope, faith and joy will not grow in the soil of your life without cultivating a heart of gratitude. Also, it means that there cannot be true worship without complete surrender to God's sovereignty. That is spiritual wisdom. Surrender is not adopting a martyr's pose in submission; it is the glad agreement that God is right. Such faith is cheerful, joyful, and approving. Worship is embracing the truth that God is wise, and that we grow in hope, faith and joy under the shadow of His wings, His wisdom, His guidance. Make sure to check out the optional-but-oh-so-helpful mini e-book to go along with the series at gospelspice.com/wisdom We invite you to check out the first episode of each of our series, and decide which one you will want to start with. Go to gospelspice.com for more, and go especially to gospelspice.com/podcast to enjoy our guests! Interested in our blog? 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As we said last time, Jesus was not afraid to tackle the tough subjects of the day in His Sermon on the Mount. After a confronting few minutes, during which he challenged his hearers to flee the perils of sexual temptation, the awkwardness for some is not yet over. Next Jesus goes full throttle against divorce. Let's start here, though, with the reminder that we live in an imperfect world and that God is a God of forgiveness, love, and grace. He mends broken hearts and helps us in our pain, giving wisdom in difficult decisions. Having said that, for the purposes of this devotion, the Scriptures are clear that the Lord created marriage, in Genesis chapter 2 v 22 – 24, and that He hates divorce (Mal 2: 16 NASB). In the next part of His sermon, Jesus said, 31 “It has been said, ‘Anyone who divorces his wife must give her a certificate of divorce.' 32 But I tell you that anyone who divorces his wife, except for sexual immorality, makes her the victim of adultery, and anyone who marries a divorced woman commits adultery.” Matthew 5:31-32 In Jesus' day there were two schools of thought about divorce. Rabbi Shammai taught that divorce can only be permitted for very serious offenses. Rabbi Hillel taught that a man can divorce his wife for any reason, however ridiculous. If she burnt a meal – she's out! If the husband prefers the looks of another woman, he can divorce his wife and marry the other!Jesus was probably referring to the second school of thought here in the Sermon on the Mount. Notice that He is talking to men, and He emphasises how the wife becomes the victim. This is important. Jesus is challenging every man to think about what is best for his wife. To not just think about himself.Whenever there is a relationship breakdown, whether it is just a petty argument or something as serious as seeking a divorce, the hardest thing to do is to start thinking about what is best for the other person. Perhaps there would be fewer divorces in the world if people gave the highest priority to what is best for the person they have married.Staying with the focus on men, Paul taught that husbands must love their wives as Christ has loved the church in Ephesian 5: 25. There is no condition here. It is not ‘love their wives', if the wives do their part. It is ‘love their wives as Christ loved the church'. Full Stop!I once heard somebody say that marriage is not 50-50; it is 100-100. In other words, we give to our partner without conditions attached. In Jesus's comments about divorce in the Sermon on the Mount it is easy to focus on the parts that talk about adultery and whether there are circumstances that permit divorce. I have a feeling Jesus also wants us to try looking away from self for a moment and consider what is best for the one I married. 

The Bible teaches that sexual lust is a sinful desire that stems from a heart of impurity and disobedience to God's commands. Jesus, in His Sermon on the Mount, emphasized the seriousness of lust, saying in Matthew 5:27-28, “You have heard that it was said, 'You shall not commit adultery.' But I say to you that everyone who looks at a woman with lustful intent has already committed adultery with her in his heart.” Lust is not just an outward act; it begins in the heart and mind, corrupting one's inner being and defiling their relationship with God. In 1 John 2:16, the apostle warns against "the lust of the flesh, the lust of the eyes, and the pride of life," which are not from the Father but from the world. Lust is a temptation that can lead believers away from God's perfect will, drawing them into a life of impurity and sin. As believers, we are called to live in purity, setting our minds on things above and not on earthly desires (Colossians 3:2). We are urged to flee from temptation and renew our minds through the Word of God (Romans 12:2). In doing so, we honor God and protect our hearts from the destructive power of sexual lust which ultimately leads to death. Referenced Verses: Job 31:1 Job 31:11-12 Proverbs 7:22-23 Proverbs 6:25 Mark 7:20-23 Proverbs 7:14 Exodus 20:14 Matthew 5:27-28 Proverbs 6:20-28 1 Timothy 2:9 Psalms 119:9 Romans 6:23 James 1:14-16 Social Media Ministries is a project created by Spencer Coffman that is committed to spreading the Word of God to every place possible. We are founded on the belief that social media is the place to reach more people in more places and are counting on you to help us fulfill our mission. Learn more at https://socialmediaministries.com ------------------------------------------ MISSION: To use social media to present the living Word of God to as many people as possible and to help them understand and interpret the scriptures in the Bible. ------------------------------------------ FOLLOW US

Jesus was not afraid to tackle the tough subjects in His Sermon on the Mount. After challenging his listeners to consider the use of their words, particularly when words might hurt or offend others, he moves to their thoughts, specifically in the area of sexual attraction. 27 “You have heard that it was said, ‘You shall not commit adultery.' 28 But I tell you that anyone who looks at a woman lustfully has already committed adultery with her in his heart. 29 If your right eye causes you to stumble, gouge it out and throw it away. It is better for you to lose one part of your body than for your whole body to be thrown into hell. 30 And if your right hand causes you to stumble, cut it off and throw it away. It is better for you to lose one part of your body than for your whole body to go into hell. Matthew 5:27-30Sexual attraction towards another is one of the most powerful forces that God has created for good (inside marriage), but it is also the most manipulated by our enemy, the devil, for evil. Everybody knows that committing adultery is morally wrong and destructive, but Jesus takes the Old Testament command a step further. He tells us that even if we look at another person (which includes pornography) and allow our imagination to desire adultery, that is no different. It is still morally wrong and destructive. Jesus died on the cross to take the penalty for our sins, providing a way that we might receive forgiveness and freedom. Then He gives us His Spirit to empower us towards living a new and clean life. But the emphasis here in the sermon is on how serious adultery is, even if it is imagined adultery. It is not something to gloss over or take lightly. Jesus' comments about cutting off parts of the body are obviously not to be taken literally (otherwise there would be a lot of people walking around with missing hands and eyes). Rather, He wants to underline how important it is that we take steps towards guarding our minds, not submitting to temptation. Paul wrote to Timothy, “Flee the evil desires of youth and pursue righteousness, faith, love and peace, along with those who call on the Lord out of a pure heart” (2 Timothy 2:22). Sometimes it is as simple as that – flee the temptation! Delete the webpage; switch to another channel; walk away from person who might lead you astray.I wonder, in which way does the devil tempt you in this area? Is God challenging you about what you watch on TV, or what you browse on your computer? Do you need to take control of any stray thoughts you might have about a person other than your husband or wife? What do you need to do to keep temptation away?

Who knew that poverty could bring happiness!? Join us as Pastor Rick explores Jesus' first and crucial promise of blessing from His Sermon on the Mount. NEXT STEPS: I will begin each day this week confessing my dependence on Christ and reflect on His mercy. I will memorize James 4:10.

In this message, Pastor Caleb discusses the teaching of Jesus from Matthew 5 as He begins His sermon on the mount.  A deeper look at Jesus' teachings will help Christians better understand Jesus and what God wanted His people to understand through the best teacher to walk the earth.  Let's examine what the Son of God had to say in the Sermon on the Mount.  Send us a textSupport the showFor more information for our church visit AGCSparta.org.

In this message, Pastor Caleb discusses the teaching of Jesus from Matthew 5 as He begins His sermon on the mount.  A deeper look at Jesus' teachings will help Christians better understand Jesus and what God wanted His people to understand through the best teacher to walk the earth.  Let's examine what the Son of God had to say in the Sermon on the Mount.  Send us a textSupport the showFor more information for our church visit AGCSparta.org.

John 2:18 The Jews then said to Him, “What sign do You show us as your authority for doing these things?” Today, we consider the reaction of the Jews to Jesus' zeal for His Father's house. Of course, they didn't understand it. It's interesting to me that His disciples remembered Psalm 69:9, but the Jews did not. “For zeal for Your house has consumed me, and the reproaches of those who reproach You have fallen on me.” In this verse, we see the beginning of the reproaches of God that fell on Jesus. The Jews displayed contempt for Jesus. They scorned, shamed, and taunted Him. Their reproaches of Jesus were toward God, for Jesus is God. The zeal Jesus expressed for holiness and God's house was the Father's zeal. The Jews couldn't see it because they didn't believe He was the Son of God, God in the flesh. So they demanded a sign to verify His authority. Tomorrow, we'll look at the sign Jesus was to give them. But today, let us be encouraged by this: Jesus is God in the flesh, and we not only have trusted in Him, but we have His life in us. We can expect two things. One, that as we live to love with Him, we will have a zeal for holiness and love for His people which will motivate us to drive out sin in our lives. Two, we may expect religious people who don't have the life of Christ to reproach us, even as the Jews reproached Jesus. The reproaches of those who reproach Jesus will fall on us. We should not be surprised if we are scorned, shamed, and taunted because of our zeal for holiness and love for God and His people. May we not be discouraged by their reproaches, but instead consider ourselves honored that we would be considered worthy of such reproaches. As Jesus said in His sermon on the mount. Blessed are those who have been persecuted for the sake of righteousness, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Blessed are you when people insult you and persecute you, and falsely say all kinds of evil against you because of Me. Rejoice and be glad, for your reward in heaven is great; for in the same way they persecuted the prophets who were before you (Matt. 5:10-11). Living to love with Jesus isn't always easy or comfortable. However, there is a blessing and hope that should fill us with joy. It's the same hope Jesus had that day when He cleansed the temple. He foresaw the new house that was to be built by His Father and Himself, of which all who believe in Him until the end of their lives are living stones. So walk in love and holiness today with great hope and joy. I invite you to become a partner in our ministry. Would you pray about becoming a regular supporter of Elijah Ministries and the Live to Love with Jesus ministry? I hope you will receive the joy and benefit of “giving it forward,” so others may receive encouragement to turn their hearts to God and to live to love with Jesus. You may give online or send a check to the address listed at www.spiritofelijah.com/donate.

Traditional Worship | Rev. Dr. Jeff Olive | Throughout Jesus' ministry, prayer was the foundation on which He built His relationship with God. Before every miracle — from giving sight to the blind to feeding of the multitude, from raising Lazarus from the dead to facing that darkest moment in Gethsemane — He always prayed. Prayer was essential for Jesus, and when He gave His Sermon on the Mount, considered to be the greatest of all His teachings, He instructed us on how to pray by giving us the model prayer that has stood the test of time. In this sermon series, we will examine the power and depth of what has come to be known as the Lord's Prayer. As modern-day disciples, we can learn so much from these timeless words. We are delighted you have joined us for our traditional worship, and we welcome you as we explore what it means when we ask, “Teach us to pray.”

Who's writing your story? As Jesus finishes His Sermon on the Mount, the crowd is amazed—not just by His words, but by the authority with which He speaks (Matthew 7:28-29). His teaching isn't just information—it's an invitation. As we close out our Here As In Heaven series, Dow challenges us to consider who's holding the pen in our lives. Will we surrender the pages of our story to the One who speaks with unmatched authority and love?Message: Author of Your StorySeries: Here As In HeavenSpeaker: Dow TippettDate: 4-6-2025Find out how you can connect or partner with us: wcconline.org/connectFollow us on social media: @wcconlinechurch

Traditional Worship | Bishop Bob Hayes |Throughout Jesus' ministry, prayer was the foundation on which He built His relationship with God. Before every miracle — from giving sight to the blind to feeding of the multitude, from raising Lazarus from the dead to facing that darkest moment in Gethsemane — He always prayed. Prayer was essential for Jesus, and when He gave His Sermon on the Mount, considered to be the greatest of all His teachings, He instructed us on how to pray by giving us the model prayer that has stood the test of time. In this sermon series, we will examine the power and depth of what has come to be known as the Lord's Prayer. As modern-day disciples, we can learn so much from these timeless words. We are delighted you have joined us for our traditional worship, and we welcome you as we explore what it means when we ask, “Teach us to pray.”

Traditional Worship | Rev. Karen Tyler | Throughout Jesus' ministry, prayer was the foundation on which He built His relationship with God. Before every miracle — from giving sight to the blind to feeding of the multitude, from raising Lazarus from the dead to facing that darkest moment in Gethsemane — He always prayed. Prayer was essential for Jesus, and when He gave His Sermon on the Mount, considered to be the greatest of all His teachings, He instructed us on how to pray by giving us the model prayer that has stood the test of time. In this sermon series, we will examine the power and depth of what has come to be known as the Lord's Prayer. As modern-day disciples, we can learn so much from these timeless words. We are delighted you have joined us for our traditional worship, and we welcome you as we explore what it means when we ask, “Teach us to pray.”

Matthew 7 deals with some of the most critical choices we will ever make: how we conduct our relationship with others. These verses, part of His Sermon on the Mount, challenge us to move beyond superficial religion into a life of true discipleship. As we explore this passage, we will see that Jesus isn't just giving us moral advice - He is inviting us into a way of living that reflects His kingdom. Will we choose discernment over condemnation, persistence in prayer, and the narrow road of faithful obedience?

Traditional Worship | Rev. Kimberly Constant |Throughout Jesus' ministry, prayer was the foundation on which He built His relationship with God. Before every miracle — from giving sight to the blind to feeding of the multitude, from raising Lazarus from the dead to facing that darkest moment in Gethsemane — He always prayed. Prayer was essential for Jesus, and when He gave His Sermon on the Mount, considered to be the greatest of all His teachings, He instructed us on how to pray by giving us the model prayer that has stood the test of time. In this sermon series, we will examine the power and depth of what has come to be known as the Lord's Prayer. As modern-day disciples, we can learn so much from these timeless words. We are delighted you have joined us for our traditional worship, and we welcome you as we explore what it means when we ask, “Teach us to pray.”

Traditional Worship | Dr. Ed Robb |   Throughout Jesus' ministry, prayer was the foundation on which He built His relationship with God. Before every miracle — from giving sight to the blind to feeding of the multitude, from raising Lazarus from the dead to facing that darkest moment in Gethsemane — He always prayed. Prayer was essential for Jesus, and when He gave His Sermon on the Mount, considered to be the greatest of all His teachings, He instructed us on how to pray by giving us the model prayer that has stood the test of time. In this sermon series, we will examine the power and depth of what has come to be known as the Lord's Prayer. As modern-day disciples, we can learn so much from these timeless words. We are delighted you have joined us for our traditional worship, and we welcome you as we explore what it means when we ask, “Teach us to pray.”

Have you ever heard of the “placebo effect?” It occurs when someone experiences improvement in their condition simply because they believe they are receiving treatment, even though the treatment itself has no real benefit. This psychological phenomenon is harmless when it comes to medicine, but when it comes to faith, self-deception can have eternal consequences. Jesus warns that not everyone who calls Him “Lord” will enter the kingdom of heaven. Many people claim to follow Jesus, but their relationship with Him is based on words rather than obedience. As Jesus closes His Sermon on the Mount, He delivers one of the most chilling statements in the Bible—a warning to those who think they are saved but are not.

Traditional Worship | Bishop Bob Hayes |  Throughout Jesus' ministry, prayer was the foundation on which He built His relationship with God. Before every miracle — from giving sight to the blind to feeding of the multitude, from raising Lazarus from the dead to facing that darkest moment in Gethsemane — He always prayed. Prayer was essential for Jesus, and when He gave His Sermon on the Mount, considered to be the greatest of all His teachings, He instructed us on how to pray by giving us the model prayer that has stood the test of time. In this sermon series, we will examine the power and depth of what has come to be known as the Lord's Prayer. As modern-day disciples, we can learn so much from these timeless words. We are delighted you have joined us for our traditional worship, and we welcome you as we explore what it means when we ask, “Teach us to pray.”

Over the course of human history, countless sermons have been preached, but the greatest sermon of all was delivered by the greatest preacher—Jesus Christ. His Sermon on the Mount was revolutionary, challenging the cultural and religious expectations of His listeners. As Jesus nears the conclusion of His sermon, He issues a stark warning about a danger that has plagued the church from the beginning—false prophets. Unlike external threats, this danger arises from within the church. Satan attacks both from the outside through persecution and from the inside through deception. Jesus calls His followers to be on high alert, for these counterfeit prophets masquerade as true messengers of God while leading people away from the truth.

This week wraps up the section about three religious practices Jesus addresses in His Sermon on the Mount; giving, prayer, and fasting.  As we enter into our [40 days of preparation](https://www.gracecomm.org/40days), how timely that we will begin learning and better understanding the practice of fasting!  Prepare for this week's message by downloading the [40 days Preparation Guide](https://www.gracecomm.org/40days), revewing Matthew 5-7, and reading Matt 6:16-18. 

Why do so many people hate the church? Hypocrisy is a word that runs synonymous with Christianity in most places. But how did we get here? Hypocrisy means saying one thing, but doing another, and Jesus had very strong words about this in His sermon on the mount. This week, Pastor Jon shares with us how we can remedy this sickness that has taken so much of the church. "The preaching that this world needs most is sermons in shoes that are walking with Jesus Christ." - D.L. Moody

Jesus Explained that His Followers Would Both Pray and Fast, and Prayer and Fasting Are Matters of Heart Between His Followers and God MESSAGE SUMMARY: There are times when you need clarity, understanding, knowledge and insights from God about the specific issues that you are facing. In your personal relationship with God, the Lord will speak to you; but sometimes it takes both your listening and fasting to hear Him. Jesus, in Matthew 6:18, was speaking to the Apostles as well as those gathered for His “Sermon on the Mount” where he explained that praying and fasting are matters of the heart between Jesus Followers and God. Jesus assumes that his followers will fast: "that your fasting may not be seen by others but by your Father who is in secret. And your Father who sees in secret will reward you. Lay Up Treasures in Heaven.”. Also, when Joel received a Word when the land was to be destroyed, he called a fast (i.e. Joel 1:14): “Consecrate a fast; call a solemn assembly. Gather the elders and all the inhabitants of the land to the house of the LORD your God, and cry out to the LORD.”. Some things you are facing in your life must be dealt with by both prayer and fasting. Fasting releases a spiritual power – in your weakness, God is made strong in your life. Daniel's prayer, from Daniel 9:3-5, provides a context for asking direction from God: “Then I turned my face to the Lord God, seeking him by prayer and pleas for mercy with fasting and sackcloth and ashes. I prayed to the LORD my God and made confession, saying, ‘O Lord, the great and awesome God, who keeps covenant and steadfast love with those who love him and keep his commandments, we have sinned and done wrong and acted wickedly and rebelled, turning aside from your commandments and rules.'".   TODAY'S PRAYER: Lord, you know how difficult it is for me to be in silence before you. At times it feels almost impossible, given the demands, distractions, and noise all around me. I invite you to lead me to a quiet, silent place before you — to a place where I can hear you as Elijah did. In Jesus' name, amen.     Scazzero, Peter. Emotionally Healthy Spirituality Day by Day (p. 123). Zondervan. Kindle Edition. TODAY'S AFFIRMATION: Today, because I am filled with the Holy Spirit, I will not be controlled by my Compulsions. Rather, I will walk in the Spirit's fruit of Patience. “The fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control.” (Galatians 5:22f). SCRIPTURE REFERENCE (ESV): Joel 1:13-16; Matthew 6:16-18; Daniel 9:3-7; Psalms138:1-8. A WORD FROM THE LORD WEBSITE: www.AWFTL.org. THIS SUNDAY'S AUDIO SERMON: You can listen to Archbishop Beach's Current Sunday Sermon: “How God Says He Loves Us: Part 2 -- The Covenant with Abraham”, at our Website: https://awordfromthelord.org/listen/ DONATE TO AWFTL: https://mygiving.secure.force.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0Ui000000DglsqEAB

What kind of man are you? What kind of man am I?Jesus' well-known "Beatitudes" from His Sermon on the Mount contains some of His most vital promises to us. These verses are Jesus' formula for how to have a successful life and a successful eternity "Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be filled." - Matthew 5:6 >>Watch on YouTube

As Jesus begins to release His sermon on the mount, He offers wisdom to His hearers in a form that is commonly referred to as the beatitudes. These are the core values of His heart and, therefore, Jesus' Kingdom. While our tendency is to look at these beatitudes as rules to follow, that was not the intention of Jesus. He is simply stating these Kingdom principles as the things He values and what He desires to produce within each of His followers. With each beatitude, there is an attached reward. These first four of the eight core values that Jesus teaches address the inner condition of our hearts. Clearly, as we hear Him impart to us what He himself values, we are quick to discern that Jesus is completely different than the world around us and its values. He invites us to join Him in this life of distinction by saying yes to an appropriate emptiness.

As Jesus begins to release His sermon on the mount, He offers wisdom to His hearers in a form that is commonly referred to as the beatitudes. These are the core values of His heart and, therefore, Jesus' Kingdom. While our tendency is to look at these beatitudes as rules to follow, that was not the intention of Jesus. He is simply stating these Kingdom principles as the things He values and what He desires to produce within each of His followers. With each beatitude, there is an attached reward. These first four of the eight core values that Jesus teaches address the inner condition of our hearts. Clearly, as we hear Him impart to us what He himself values, we are quick to discern that Jesus is completely different than the world around us and its values. He invites us to join Him in this life of distinction by saying yes to an appropriate emptiness.

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Last week, we studied the purpose of prayer. Tonight, we will discover how to pray! Jesus taught His followers how to pray during His Sermon on the Mount through what is known as the Lord's Prayer. Praying this word for word is powerful, but each part serves a specific purpose that can also be a […]

Last week, we studied the purpose of prayer. Tonight, we will discover how to pray! Jesus taught His followers how to pray during His Sermon on the Mount through what is known as the Lord's Prayer. Praying this word for word is powerful, but each part serves a specific purpose that can also be a […]

Jesus shows us an example of what the life of a faithful disciple is like. Jesus wants us to take all we've learned from His sermon on the mount and apply those truths to our lives. In the last verses of the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus is emphasizing obedience to His teaching. What is a person like who actually lives out,… The post How to Be an Excellent Disciple, Fidelity, Part 1 | How to be an Excellent Disciple appeared first on Pillar of Truth Radio.

Have you ever felt depleted in life? Have you ever been in a place where you felt like you had very little to offer in the way of resources, strength, influence, and abilities? Maybe that describes how you're entering this new year. If so, Jesus offers you tremendous encouragement at the very beginning of His ‘sermon on the mount.' This Sunday, we'll soak in this blessing of His presence for the powerless. 

As Jesus begins to release His sermon on the mount, He imparts to His hearers what are commonly referred to as the beatitudes. These are the core values of His heart and, therefore, the core values of His Kingdom. While our tendency is to look at these beatitudes as rules to follow, we must learn that is not the actual intention of Jesus. The beatitudes are not commands. Jesus is simply stating these things as the things He values and what He imparts to His followers. With each beatitude, there is an attached reward. These first four of the eight core values that Jesus teaches deal with the inner condition of our hearts. Clearly, as we hear Him impart what He values to us, we are quick to discern that Jesus is completely different than the world around us and its values. He invites us to join Him in this life of distinction and to live in the beauty of brokenness.

As Jesus begins to release His sermon on the mount, He imparts to His hearers what are commonly referred to as the beatitudes. These are the core values of His heart and, therefore, the core values of His Kingdom. While our tendency is to look at these beatitudes as rules to follow, we must learn that is not the actual intention of Jesus. The beatitudes are not commands. Jesus is simply stating these things as the things He values and what He imparts to His followers. With each beatitude, there is an attached reward. These first four of the eight core values that Jesus teaches deal with the inner condition of our hearts. Clearly, as we hear Him impart what He values to us, we are quick to discern that Jesus is completely different than the world around us and its values. He invites us to join Him in this life of distinction and to live in the beauty of brokenness.

Over the past nine weeks, we've been journeying through the Beatitudes—those beautiful blessings Jesus shared in His Sermon on the Mount. This Sunday, as we wrap up our series Upside Down: The Secret to the Good Life, Pastor Scotty takes us deeper into a truth that's not another beatitude, but just as profound. It's about how Jesus sees His followers, how He sees you—as salt and light in the world. Jesus calls us salt, not just to say we add something good to the world, but to remind us that we sustain it, preserving and bringing life where it's needed most. And when He calls us light, it's not just a metaphor; it's a declaration. In a world often stumbling in the dark, we reflect His light, guiding others toward hope, love, and the way of Christ. No matter where you find yourself right now—whether life feels overwhelming or steady—this truth stands firm: you are salt, and you are light. Join us as we uncover what that means for you and the world around you.

Over the past nine weeks, we've been journeying through the Beatitudes—those beautiful blessings Jesus shared in His Sermon on the Mount. This Sunday, as we wrap up our series Upside Down: The Secret to the Good Life, Pastor Scotty takes us deeper into a truth that's not another beatitude, but just as profound. It's about how Jesus sees His followers, how He sees you—as salt and light in the world. Jesus calls us salt, not just to say we add something good to the world, but to remind us that we sustain it, preserving and bringing life where it's needed most. And when He calls us light, it's not just a metaphor; it's a declaration. In a world often stumbling in the dark, we reflect His light, guiding others toward hope, love, and the way of Christ. No matter where you find yourself right now—whether life feels overwhelming or steady—this truth stands firm: you are salt, and you are light. Join us as we uncover what that means for you and the world around you.

“Blessed are the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God.” (Matthew 5:9) In this seventh (out of nine) of the Beatitudes with which Christ began His Sermon on the Mount occurs... More...

The world we live in today has developed a corrupt system riddled with lies and darkness, and that system has brainwashed even Christians into placing a high value on the wrong things. Jesus had a lot to say about this in His Sermon on the Mount, and that's where we're headed today on Light on the Hill. Pastor James Kaddis is about to continue our series on the Mind of Christ. Think of this as an education in developing a biblical mindset. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1459/29

DNA Questions - Matthew 4:18 - 5:12Discover:What is the significance of the fact that Jesus would call guys who were fishermen?What is the correlation between "the gospel of the kingdom" and Jesus healing every disease?Who is Jesus calling "blessed" in the famous Beatitudes?NurtureAre you following Jesus? How would you know?How have you experienced the "good news of the kingdom" in your life?If Jesus is talking to the same people from the end of chapter 4 in His sermon on the mount, how does that impact your understanding of blessedness?Act:What would it look like for you this week if your whole life became oriented around being a "fisher of men"?What small, yet significant way could you bring The Kingdom of God into your home, work, or play this week? (Consider the Beatitudes)

DNA Questions - Matthew 4:18 - 5:12Discover:What is the significance of the fact that Jesus would call guys who were fishermen?What is the correlation between "the gospel of the kingdom" and Jesus healing every disease?Who is Jesus calling "blessed" in the famous Beatitudes?NurtureAre you following Jesus? How would you know?How have you experienced the "good news of the kingdom" in your life?If Jesus is talking to the same people from the end of chapter 4 in His sermon on the mount, how does that impact your understanding of blessedness?Act:What would it look like for you this week if your whole life became oriented around being a "fisher of men"?What small, yet significant way could you bring The Kingdom of God into your home, work, or play this week? (Consider the Beatitudes)

Jesus Explained that His Followers Would Both Pray and Fast, and Prayer and Fasting Are Matters of Heart Between His Followers and God MESSAGE SUMMARY: There are times when you need clarity, understanding, knowledge and insights from God about the specific issues that you are facing. In your personal relationship with God, the Lord will speak to you; but sometimes it takes both your listening and fasting to hear Him. Jesus, in Matthew 6:18, was speaking to the Apostles as well as those gathered for His “Sermon on the Mount” where he explained that praying and fasting are matters of the heart between Jesus Followers and God. Jesus assumes that his followers will fast: "that your fasting may not be seen by others but by your Father who is in secret. And your Father who sees in secret will reward you. Lay Up Treasures in Heaven.”. Also, when Joel received a Word when the land was to be destroyed, he called a fast (i.e. Joel 1:14): “Consecrate a fast; call a solemn assembly. Gather the elders and all the inhabitants of the land to the house of the LORD your God, and cry out to the LORD.”. Some things you are facing in your life must be dealt with by both prayer and fasting. Fasting releases a spiritual power – in your weakness, God is made strong in your life. Daniel's prayer, from Daniel 9:3-5, provides a context for asking direction from God: “Then I turned my face to the Lord God, seeking him by prayer and pleas for mercy with fasting and sackcloth and ashes. I prayed to the LORD my God and made confession, saying, ‘O Lord, the great and awesome God, who keeps covenant and steadfast love with those who love him and keep his commandments, we have sinned and done wrong and acted wickedly and rebelled, turning aside from your commandments and rules.'".   TODAY'S PRAYER: Lord, you know how difficult it is for me to be in silence before you. At times it feels almost impossible, given the demands, distractions, and noise all around me. I invite you to lead me to a quiet, silent place before you — to a place where I can hear you as Elijah did. In Jesus' name, amen.     Scazzero, Peter. Emotionally Healthy Spirituality Day by Day (p. 123). Zondervan. Kindle Edition. TODAY'S AFFIRMATION: Today, because I am filled with the Holy Spirit, I will not be controlled by my Compulsions. Rather, I will walk in the Spirit's fruit of Patience. “The fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control.” (Galatians 5:22f). SCRIPTURE REFERENCE (ESV): Joel 1:13-16; Matthew 6:16-18; Daniel 9:3-7; Psalms138:1-8. A WORD FROM THE LORD WEBSITE: www.AWFTL.org THIS SUNDAY'S AUDIO SERMON: You can listen to Archbishop Beach's Current Sunday Sermon: “Turkeys and Eagles, Part 5: Following Jesus Changes Everything in Our Families ”, at our Website: https://awordfromthelord.org/listen/ DONATE TO AWFTL: https://mygiving.secure.force.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0Ui000000DglsqEAB

In this sermon from Matthew chapter 5, we explore the profound teachings of Jesus on Kingdom ethics, focusing on the fulfillment of the law and the prophets. Jesus, in His Sermon on the Mount, challenges us to understand the law not merely as a set of rigid rules but as a guide to living a life that reflects the heart of God. His teaching confronts two common errors: antinomianism, which dismisses the law, and legalism, which attempts to earn God's favor through strict adherence to rules. Jesus fulfilled the law by embodying its true intent and purpose. Jesus' fulfillment of the law is multifaceted. He fulfills it predictively, as the law and prophets point to Him as the Messiah. He fulfills it ethically, living a sinless life that exemplifies perfect obedience to God's commands. He fulfills it exemplarily, providing a model for us to follow in holiness and righteousness. Moreover, He fulfills it in His disciples, empowering us through the Holy Spirit to live out the righteous requirements of the law (Romans 8:1-4). The heart of Jesus' teaching is a call to internal righteousness, a transformation that goes beyond external compliance. He emphasizes the importance of the heart's condition, teaching that anger equates to murder and lust to adultery. This internalization of the law calls us to a higher standard, one that values life, integrity, and purity. Jesus underscores the sacredness of marriage, urging us to honor this covenant as a reflection of God's relationship with His people. In addressing sin, Jesus advocates for radical measures, not through physical mutilation but through the mortification of sin in our hearts. The law serves as a mirror, revealing our need for a Savior, and pointing us to Christ, who empowers us to live righteously. As kingdom citizens, we are called to be peacemakers, valuing reconciliation and embodying the love and grace of God in our relationships.

In this sermon from Matthew chapter 5, we explore the profound teachings of Jesus on Kingdom ethics, focusing on the fulfillment of the law and the prophets. Jesus, in His Sermon on the Mount, challenges us to understand the law not merely as a set of rigid rules but as a guide to living a life that reflects the heart of God. His teaching confronts two common errors: antinomianism, which dismisses the law, and legalism, which attempts to earn God's favor through strict adherence to rules. Jesus fulfilled the law by embodying its true intent and purpose. Jesus' fulfillment of the law is multifaceted. He fulfills it predictively, as the law and prophets point to Him as the Messiah. He fulfills it ethically, living a sinless life that exemplifies perfect obedience to God's commands. He fulfills it exemplarily, providing a model for us to follow in holiness and righteousness. Moreover, He fulfills it in His disciples, empowering us through the Holy Spirit to live out the righteous requirements of the law (Romans 8:1-4). The heart of Jesus' teaching is a call to internal righteousness, a transformation that goes beyond external compliance. He emphasizes the importance of the heart's condition, teaching that anger equates to murder and lust to adultery. This internalization of the law calls us to a higher standard, one that values life, integrity, and purity. Jesus underscores the sacredness of marriage, urging us to honor this covenant as a reflection of God's relationship with His people. In addressing sin, Jesus advocates for radical measures, not through physical mutilation but through the mortification of sin in our hearts. The law serves as a mirror, revealing our need for a Savior, and pointing us to Christ, who empowers us to live righteously. As kingdom citizens, we are called to be peacemakers, valuing reconciliation and embodying the love and grace of God in our relationships.

The Savior's Sermon at the Temple in 3 Nephi is very similar to His Sermon on the Mount in the New Testament. John shares the significance of Christ's bold teaching style and how it impacted His listeners in both Jerusalem and the Americas.

A young Jewish carpenter-turned-Rabbi turned the world upside down with His Sermon on the Mount. He announced blessing for the least, the last, and the left behind. In this message from Matthew 5, Pastor Philip Miller explores three unexpected themes from Jesus' beatitudes. Many who are first will be last, and many who are last will be first. This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount. Get yours at moodyoffer.com or call us at 1-800-215-5001.