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Today’s Bible Verse: “But I tell you, love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you.” — Matthew 5:44 Matthew 5:44 confronts our natural instincts. Loving enemies and praying for those who hurt us doesn’t come easily—and Jesus knows that. This command isn’t about ignoring harm or pretending wounds don’t exist. It’s about choosing a different response: releasing bitterness and trusting God with justice. “Want to listen without ads? Become a BibleStudyTools.com PLUS Member today: https://www.biblestudytools.com/subscribe/ Meet Today’s Host: Reverend Jessica Van Roekel
February 25, 2026. Matthew 5:31-32
Pastor Justin Hall preaches from Matthew 5:31-32 in the sermon series, Wisdom from the King: the Sermon on the Mount.
In this sermon we look at three scriptures passages in order to explore the light of God that has been revealed in Jesus. May we encounter the crucified Christ raised from the dead in these words.
26.02.22 | Rev. Tyler Estes | Matthew 5: 31-37
We're continuing today on the saying of Jesus from Matthew 5, looking today at what Jesus says about the type of lifestyle we're to demonstrate to the world around us. https://longhollow.com/theforgottenjesuspodcastshownotes
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If you take one look at today's news headlines, it's likely that right now, peace seems like a pipe dream.But does Jesus call us to an impossible task in Matthew 5:9 when He says, “Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called sons of God”? Tune in to this episode to unpack the seventh beatitude, a call to imitate our God of peace as people of peace—which is Jesus' deep desire for His Church and a powerful witness to the watching world.If you want to keep digging into the themes in this episode, consider the following passages and reflection questions.Read Proverbs 19:11. Are there any offenses you're harboring that should be overlooked? How can you take a step toward forgiveness today?Read Proverbs 12:20. What impact would it have on your life to “plan peace” (ESV)? How does this motivate you to pursue peace this week?Read Romans 12:15. When you think about any existing conflict in your life, search your heart and ask the Holy Spirit to show you if you have done all that is possible to be at peace with others. If not, ask the Lord to show you your next step.4. Read Ephesians 2:14–17. How does this passage encourage you to pursue peace in your community?Enjoyed this podcast? Leave a rating or review wherever you listen to podcasts!
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February 23, 2026. Matthew 5:29-30
In this episode, we focus on the beatitude, “Blessed are the merciful, for they will be shown mercy,” where we're invited to honestly wrestle honestly with our resistance to mercy—how resentment, anger, envy, and scorekeeping quietly shape our relationships, especially with those closest to us. By tracing how Jesus defines and embodies mercy throughout Matthew's Gospel—and ultimately at the cross—we're invited to move beyond a transactional view of God and discover mercy not as sacrifice or divine bookkeeping, but as God's covenant love in action. The question at the center is both personal and practical: Have we truly received mercy—and what would it look like to become people who live it? Recorded February 22, 2026.
In this sermon, we look at the sixth commandment which instructs us not to murder. Whilst this seems simple on the surface of things, we see how Jesus interprets this in the Sermon on the Mount and that this commandment is truly about anger - and how Jesus sees even anger as leading to judgement. We therefore see how we all fall short - and we see the wisdom in trying to contain our anger before there are further consequences. First preached: 22nd February 2026. Speaker: James McNay.
Message #3 by Pastor Doug Corlew - "The Beatitudes" (Matthew 5:1-12) Sermon Series
Title: Upside Down Interior LifeSpeaker: Nate HoldridgeOverview: In this week's sermon from Calvary Monterey's ongoing series through the Gospel of Matthew, Nate Holdridge walks through the final three of Jesus' six antitheses in Matthew 5:33–48 — the passage on oaths, retaliation, and enemy love. Under the title "The Upside Down Life With Others," Nate shows how Jesus was not abolishing the Old Testament but driving his listeners past the letter of the law to its deepest intention: a community of people so anchored in God that their trustworthiness needs no oath to confirm it, their security needs no retaliation to protect it, and their love needs no worthy recipient to motivate it. The sermon unpacks what it means to be radically trustworthy, radically surprising, and radically loving — and lands on the stunning closing command of Matthew 5, "Be perfect as your heavenly Father is perfect," not as a burden but as an invitation to fix our eyes on the One who fulfilled every word of it on our behalf.Link to Sermon NotesLink to Discussion Questions
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In this sermon, elder Dave Patchin preaches from Matthew 5:13-16 looking at what it means when Jesus calls us the salt of the earth and the light of the world.
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As Jesus describes the Kingdom of Heaven in the Sermon on the Mount, He invites us to think about what we desire, about what we dream about, about our hunger and thirst. And He tells us that we are blessed when we hunger for righteousness. What does He mean? And how is someone who hungers after righteousness blessed? We'll explore the fourth beatitude this morning. - Pastor Ron KoolSupport the show
What does it really mean to be blessed? In this sermon on Matthew 5:1–3, we dive into the opening of Jesus' famous Sermon on the Mount and discover that the "blessed life" has nothing to do with comfort or circumstance. The Greek word makarios points to something far richer — a deep, joyful flourishing that holds steady through anything life brings. We explore what Jesus means by "poor in spirit": not self-pity or low self-esteem, but a clear-eyed awareness of our sin, our limits, and our complete dependence on God. And we look at the stunning promise attached to it — that those who come to God this way receive nothing less than life in his kingdom. Whether you're new to the Sermon on the Mount or have read it a hundred times, this message will challenge you to examine where you're placing your confidence — and what it might look like to hold your life more openly before God.
FPC Knoxville's 2/22/26 Sunday Sermon - “Looking Foolish” - Rev. Mark Curtis (Matthew 5:1-12/1 Corinthians 1:18, 21-25)Hymn of Response: "O for a World" performed by Scot Scheetz and our Ault Choir
"The BE-Attitudes" - Matthew 5:1-12 by Heritage Bible Church
February 21, 2026. Matthew 5:27-28
Title: Upside Down StrengthSpeaker: Si LeuenbergerScripture: Matthew 5:33-48
Send a text we slow down over Matthew 5:9: “Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called sons of God.” Jesus isn't blessing peace-lovers or peace-keepers—He's blessing peace-makers: people who do the costly work of moving relationships, communities, and even enemies toward God's shalom (wholeness, justice, and restored right-order). We explore the original language, why this was a radical statement under an empire that claimed “peace” through dominance, and how peacemaking is often cross-shaped: truth without contempt, accountability without revenge, boundaries without hatred. In a tribalized, algorithm-driven world that profits from conflict, this episode offers practical tools to become un-manipulable disciples—people who pursue repair, protect the vulnerable, and carry the family resemblance of the Father. Support the show If you have any questions about the subjects covered in today's episode you can find us on Facebook at the links below or you can shoot me an email at joe@buddywalkwithjesus.com One Stop Shop for all the links Linktr.ee/happydeamedia
Enter into the heart of Christ through the Beatitudes from the Gospel of Matthew (5:3–12).In this peaceful, follow-along prayer, we slowly meditate on each Beatitude — asking the Lord to form in us a spirit of humility, mercy, purity, and courage. Set to calming instrumental music, this video is designed to help you:• Begin or end your day in quiet reflection• Pray slowly through the words of Jesus• Invite deeper conversion of heart• Rest in God's promises of eternal happinessThe Beatitudes reveal the path to true blessedness — not worldly success, but holiness. As you pray, ask the Holy Spirit to shape your heart according to Christ.Prayer Focus:“Blessed are the poor in spirit…Blessed are the merciful…Blessed are the pure in heart…”May these sacred words reorder our desires and lead us closer to the Kingdom of Heaven.Subscribe to RosaryMindedFor daily Rosary prayers, Divine Mercy Chaplet, Morning & Evening Prayer, and Catholic meditations rooted in Scripture and Tradition.Pray with us. Grow with us. Walk toward Heaven together.#Beatitudes #CatholicPrayer #SermonOnTheMount #ChristianMeditation #RosaryMinded #DailyPrayer #matthew5 Credits:Music: Eleven LabsImages: Canvas
February 19, 2026. Matthew 5:25-26
Brock Morgan // February 08, 2026
Matthew 5:20-22a, 27-28, 33-34a, 37Jesus said to his disciples:"I tell you, unless your righteousness surpassesthat of the scribes and Pharisees, you will not enter the kingdom of heaven."You have heard that it was said to your ancestors,You shall not kill; and whoever kills will be liable to judgment.But I say to you,whoever is angry with his brotherwill be liable to judgment."You have heard that it was said, You shall not commit adultery.But I say to you,everyone who looks at a woman with lusthas already committed adultery with her in his heart."Again you have heard that it was said to your ancestors,Do not take a false oath,but make good to the Lord all that you vow.But I say to you, do not swear at all.Let your 'Yes' mean 'Yes,'and your 'No' mean 'No.'Anything more is from the evil one."
Matthew 5:20-22a, 27-28, 33-34a, 37Jesus said to his disciples:"I tell you, unless your righteousness surpassesthat of the scribes and Pharisees, you will not enter the kingdom of heaven."You have heard that it was said to your ancestors,You shall not kill; and whoever kills will be liable to judgment.But I say to you,whoever is angry with his brotherwill be liable to judgment."You have heard that it was said, You shall not commit adultery.But I say to you,everyone who looks at a woman with lusthas already committed adultery with her in his heart."Again you have heard that it was said to your ancestors,Do not take a false oath,but make good to the Lord all that you vow.But I say to you, do not swear at all.Let your 'Yes' mean 'Yes,'and your 'No' mean 'No.'Anything more is from the evil one."
Matthew 5:20-22a, 27-28, 33-34a, 37Jesus said to his disciples:"I tell you, unless your righteousness surpassesthat of the scribes and Pharisees, you will not enter the kingdom of heaven."You have heard that it was said to your ancestors,You shall not kill; and whoever kills will be liable to judgment.But I say to you,whoever is angry with his brotherwill be liable to judgment."You have heard that it was said, You shall not commit adultery.But I say to you,everyone who looks at a woman with lusthas already committed adultery with her in his heart."Again you have heard that it was said to your ancestors,Do not take a false oath,but make good to the Lord all that you vow.But I say to you, do not swear at all.Let your 'Yes' mean 'Yes,'and your 'No' mean 'No.'Anything more is from the evil one."
Matthew 5:20-22a, 27-28, 33-34a, 37Jesus said to his disciples:"I tell you, unless your righteousness surpassesthat of the scribes and Pharisees, you will not enter the kingdom of heaven."You have heard that it was said to your ancestors,You shall not kill; and whoever kills will be liable to judgment.But I say to you,whoever is angry with his brotherwill be liable to judgment."You have heard that it was said, You shall not commit adultery.But I say to you,everyone who looks at a woman with lusthas already committed adultery with her in his heart."Again you have heard that it was said to your ancestors,Do not take a false oath,but make good to the Lord all that you vow.But I say to you, do not swear at all.Let your 'Yes' mean 'Yes,'and your 'No' mean 'No.'Anything more is from the evil one."
The Sermon on the Mount - Matthew 5-7 (February 15, 2026) by Michael B. Linton
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Title: Upside Down Interior LifeSpeaker: Nate HoldridgeOverview: In this teaching from the Sermon on the Mount, Pastor Nate Holdridge explores Matthew 5:21-32, where Jesus begins to reveal the radical, internal transformation He desires for His people. By addressing the root issues of anger, lust, and marital unfaithfulness, Nate shows how Jesus moves beyond external religious checklists to claim authority over our interior lives. We see that the Kingdom of Heaven isn't just about avoiding murder or adultery; it's about a radical devotion to reconciliation, a commitment to sexual purity, and a high esteem for the marriage covenant. Join us as we learn how Jesus' "upside down" ethics provide a protective shield for the vulnerable and lead us toward a life of true flourishing grounded in the Gospel.Link to Sermon Notes
Matthew 5:33-48
In this sermon, pastor Dylan Dodson preaches from Matthew 5:1-12 as we begin our series in the Sermon on the mount looking at the beatitudes and seeing how Jesus describes the good life.
Craig Coady | Christ Community CU
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