Podcasts about Matthew 5

Send me a Text Message!I think our greatest problem is a Sin-Soaked Heart. It keeps us from thriving, leads to addiction, ravages marriages and breaks families, it hardens hearts & creates anxiety filled minds, it drains joy and reaps discouragement..it causes us to hate or even worse ignore our neighbors. We sacrifice our kids on the altar of success and we care about so much that matters so little.  Yet in the midst of my sin, my greatest hope is that we are relentlessly pursued by a lavishly gracious, greatly merciful, fiercely loyal, patiently loving God. And every time our hearts get soaked in sin, it's time to run like little kids to our Father's arms.What is an oopster, listen in and you'll find out. But realize up front, it's far better to be His kid, than an oopster! 

Jesus didn't come to abolish the law or the prophets, but to fulfill them. What does this mean? Tune in this week as Pastor Thomas Wootress-Redit continues our series through Matthew, focusing on chapter 5, verses 17-20.If you would like to partner with BLVD Church and what we are doing in the community, you can make an investment of support at https://blvd.church/give

This week in If You Mark In Your Bible; Josh and Mat will look at Proverbs 13:1-6.We look forward to sharing new episodes EVERY TUESDAY (August-December)! https://linktr.ee/iymiyb?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=0d7a0387-1b92-46dd-b269-fb20acd2d51c CHECK OUT IF YOU MARK IN YOUR BIBLE Social Pages and more!

This week in If You Mark In Your Bible; Josh and Mat will look at Proverbs 13:1-6.We look forward to sharing new episodes EVERY TUESDAY (August-December)! https://linktr.ee/iymiyb?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=0d7a0387-1b92-46dd-b269-fb20acd2d51c CHECK OUT IF YOU MARK IN YOUR BIBLE Social Pages and more!

Send me a Text Message!How many of us have a problem? I wonder if you could make a case that we are defined, at least in part, by the problems we embrace. What's your problem? Sometimes we call it a holy discontent; an external problem so deep in your heart that it's hard to go to sleep without pondering it's solution. Maybe it's not just your problem, it's broader and you want to see it solved for others. What's your  problem? Perhaps it's lonliness, or depression or orphans or world hunger or racism, or fill-in the blank. Can I tell what I think Jesus would say? And if Jesus would say it, than it might be a problem that goes even deeper, all the way to the core of our humanity; a meta-problem. I think Jesus would say, "Your problem is you have a broken heart." And you know what, our broken heart is Jesus holy discontent. He came to give us a new heart!

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This Scripture meditation on Matthew 5:14–16 uses the lectio divina model to help you pause, breathe, and listen for God’s voice. Step 12 of the 12 Steps invites us to live out the hope and healing we’ve received and to share it with others. It says, Having had a spiritual awakening as the result of these steps, we tried to carry this message to others and to practice these principles in all our affairs. When we experience the transforming grace of Jesus, the natural response is to let it overflow and share it with others. Or as Jesus said, “Freely you received, freely give.” In this meditation, we’ll reflect on Jesus’ words from the Sermon on the Mount, where He calls His followers the light of the world. Even the smallest light can break through darkness, and God’s invitation is simply to shine the light He has already placed within you. As you listen, you’ll be invited to: Reflect on what it means to be a light in the world. Notice how God may be calling you to share His hope and love. Rest in the truth that your light is enough, because it comes from Him. Take a deep breath, quiet your heart, and let Matthew 5 guide you into God’s presence. Helpful Links:Download your FREE companion journal for Rooted and Grounded: Scripture Meditations for Every Step of the Journey here.This journal includes:• All the Scriptures for this series• Weekly reflection prompts• Space to record what God is revealing to you Additional links: You can find out more about me, Jodie, at http://www.jodieniznik.com/ Follow me on Instagram @jodieniznik Follow me on Facebook @JodieGNiznik Learn more about Scripture meditation and download a FREE Guided Scripture Meditation Journal here. Join my Monday email newsletter here, where I send links to the newest meditation every Monday morning. Find out more about my partner, Life Audio, at lifeaudio.com. Download FREE sample chapters from my Bible studies here. Meditation Passage: Matthew 5:14–16, NLTYou are the light of the world—like a city on a hilltop that cannot be hidden. No one lights a lamp and then puts it under a basket. Instead, a lamp is placed on a stand, where it gives light to everyone in the house. In the same way, let your good deeds shine out for all to see, so that everyone will praise your heavenly Father. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Send me a Text Message!I know sometimes "the church" is a mess & right now it's nowhere near the center of attention in central PA (or wherever you live). But "the church" is where eternity is aimed. If you hate the church, heaven's going to be a bit awkward. The sermon on the mount is the blueprint for the life of the church because it's all about becoming like Jesus.Could that be our greatest problem today? Can I tell you why we aren't the centerof attention in central PA? Why our neighbors aren't running to Jesus? Why each succeeding generation has been more skeptical of and less connected to church? Isn't it because, at least sometimes, we don't look a whole lot like Jesus? If that's the case, we don't need to restructure, reform or renew, we just need to reJesus!

"Be Great" Matthew 5:17-20Pastor Brandi Drake

GRAND PARKWAY BAPTIST CHURCHNeil McClendon, Lead PastorGrand Parkway Baptist ChurchMatthew 5:43-48The Reassuring Power of Enemy Love1. Enemy love is evidence of authentic faith, v. 43-45 2 Kings 6:20-232. Enemy love is how God loves, v. 45b-47Two questions we have to answer today… a) who do you love? v. 46 b) who do you greet? v. 473. Enemy love is God's nature, v. 48 a) Jesus incites a pre-evangelistic despair that prepares us for the gospel. b) You don't need a relationship with God just for forgiveness; you need a relationship with Christ for capacity. Mental worship… 1. Do you feel capable of loving your enemies? 2. What is different about the way you love and greet from the way non-Christians love and greet? 3. Is there a “moreness” to the way you live?  4. What is a first step you could take this week towards enemy love?  5. Do you see God's commands through the lens of His promise?  6. Who do you spend time with that is like looking in a funhouse mirror? 

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Life group questions: 1. How did God speak to you through this week's sermon? 2. Were there areas of your life where you realized anger and resentment were holding you back? 3. What are you going to do daily, moving forward in forgiveness and accepting the peace that God offers you?

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Send me a Text Message!When my daughter Katy was about 3, for a season of time, one of her favorite prayers was, "And God please help me fly."  She had watched the movie Dumbo. I  was just glad she wasn't asking God for big ears! But that's my prayer at the end of this episode. God please help us to fly. Give us a love that soars. This is the dream on the heart of Christ for his church. That our love would soar. That we would be known for the size of our hearts.Listen, we can do this. I believe that the church is standing at a defining moment in the Kingdom of God. Our culture has perfected turning neighbors into enemies. But in the midst of the division, in the midst of the enemy-making, you can love in a way that amazes people. You can even love your enemies. God please help us fly!

Welcome to our series on the Sermon on the Mount!Throughout this term, we will be looking at the greatest sermon ever preached.For more info about Grace Church and to find other talks and resources, visit www.greenwich.church.If you're enjoying GRACE POD don't forget to subscribe or even leave a review!

Welcome to our series on the Sermon on the Mount!Throughout this term, we will be looking at the greatest sermon ever preached.For more info about Grace Church and to find other talks and resources, visit www.greenwich.church.If you're enjoying GRACE POD don't forget to subscribe or even leave a review!

Why is our reward in heaven great if we are persecuted and reviled? What is the meaning of Matthew 5:12?

Send me a Text Message!Jesus once said that we would be known as His apprentices by how we love. You are not know as Jesus followers by how you dress or where you live or how successful you are, certainly not by how you vote, but by how you love. Some of you grew up with those four letters, WWJD (What Would Jesus Do). They were meant to be a guideline for life, but sometimes I think it's helpful to ask WIJD (What is Jesus dreaming). What is Jesus dreaming?What matters to Jesus? What's his prayer for us? What's on His heart? What are his hopes and dreams for us. His dream for you starts with your heart. Your heart. Time and again, over and over, we see in scripture that before God releases a dream.  He always shapes a heart. What is Jesus dreaming? I think he's dreaming of a people who live different with a different heart.

Date: 11/12/25 Teacher: Jacob Hutcheon Series: Kingdom Built - High School

Date: 11/12/25 Teacher: Tony Williamson Series: Kingdom Built - Middle School

Send me a Text Message!As we finish the story of Louis Zamperini...let me say this, "I don't know your story, I don't know your life, I don't know your hurt, your trauma, or your sin, but I do know that the grace of Christ is greater and goes deeper and heals more." And when real-life grace flows into your life from Christ and out of your life to others, you will be a real-life blessing. Paul writes these words in 2 Corinthians 9:6,"The point is this: whoever sows sparingly will also reap sparingly, and whoever sows bountifully will also reap bountifully. Each one must give as he has decided in his heart, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver. And God is able to make all grace abound to you, so that having all sufficiency in all things at all times, you may abound in every good work." That's what I want. I want a don't-quit, gritty, astoundingly generous grace that will cause me to abound in every good work! How about you?

Welcome to our series on the Sermon on the Mount!Throughout this term, we will be looking at the greatest sermon ever preached.For more info about Grace Church and to find other talks and resources, visit www.greenwich.church.If you're enjoying GRACE POD don't forget to subscribe or even leave a review!

Welcome to our series on the Sermon on the Mount! Throughout this term, we will be looking at the greatest sermon ever preached. For more info about Grace Church and to find other talks and resources, visit www.greenwich.church. If you're enjoying GRACE POD don't forget to subscribe or even leave a review!

What does it mean to be "pure in heart" and why does Jesus promise that those who pursue purity will see God? In this powerful message on Matthew 5:8, we explore the radical promise of spiritual intimacy that comes through purity of heart.In This Episode:Understanding what "blessed are the pure in heart" really meansWhy purity isn't restriction—it's the path to seeing GodHow singularity of heart leads to deeper intimacy with ChristThe difference between positional and progressive purityPractical steps to pursue purity in your daily walkWhy resisting sin shouldn't feel like holding your breathKey Timestamps:The Nature of Purity (10:54)The Promise: They Shall See God (16:57)The Pursuit: 5 Practical Steps (24:20)The world says purity is restrictive, but Jesus says it's the doorway to experiencing the nearness of God. This isn't just about sexual purity—it's about unmixed devotion, singularity of affection, and positioning your heart to truly know and see God.Bible Verses Referenced: Matthew 5:8, Psalm 119, James 4:8, 1 Thessalonians 4:3, Ezekiel 18:31, 1 John 3, Psalm 86, Proverbs 23:7, John 14:1Practical Applications:Draw near to God's WordWalk with the wiseMake no provision for the fleshPray for purityThink with total commitment to ChristThis episode is brought to you by our ministry partner Accountable2You. To join thousands living in Freedom with nothing to hide visit https://accountable2you.com/dialin. **Use our unique code: DIALIN to get 25% off your first year of an Accountable2You Personal or Family Plan**

Send me a Text Message!Astonishing generosity. In the midst of NT Wright's book, entitled, Jesus and the Victory of God, he uses those two words to describe a key characteristic that Jesus' expected of his followers. Astonishing generosity. Let those two words roll around in your brain a bit, those who follow Jesus should be marked by astonishing generosity, not just marked by the astonishing generosity of Jesus to us, but because of his generosity to us, we should be marked by our astonishing generosity to others. Now Wright isn't talking about money. It would perhaps be a bit easier if it was just money. He's talking about a more difficult kind of generosity. Grace. Forgiveness those who betray us. Loving our enemies. When it comes to that kind of generosity, ask yourself, "Has my generosity ever astonished anyone?"

Join us today as we begin to examine what Jesus meant when He said that He had come to fulfill the Law. https://longhollow.com/theforgottenjesuspodcastshownotes

This week, Pastor Brad Beers continues in Matthew 5. Jesus shows that life in His Kingdom isn't about following stricter rules, it's about a heart being transformed by His love. Pastor Brad walks through Jesus' teaching on divorce, oaths, retaliation, and loving enemies, highlighting that Kingdom people value every person, speak with integrity, respond to […] The post Matthew 5:31-48 – A Snapshot of Kingdom Life appeared first on Sierra Bible Church.

"Be Bright & Salty" Matthew 5:13-16Pastor Greg Doll

Neil McClendon, Lead PastorGRAND PARKWAY BAPTIST CHURCHMatthew 5:38-42How The Violence of God Triumphs Over The Violence of Man1. The insufficiency of proportionate justice, v. 38The law did three things...a) takes punishment out of the realm of private vengeanceb) gave judges a clear and just formula for punishmentc) it forbid vendettas and excessive retribution“...I have killed a man for wounding me...”-Genesis 4:23Why do we insist on retaliation?a) embarrassmentb) justice•“Slowly and imperceptibly, the one true God begins acquiring the features of thegods of this world. For instance, our God simply gratifies our desires rather thanreshaping them in accordance with the beauty of God's own character. Our Godthen kills enemies rather than dying on their behalf as God did in Jesus Christ.”― Miroslav Volf,Free of Charge: Giving andForgiving in a Culture Stripped of Gracec) unbelief“If God were not angry at injustice and deception and did not make the final end toviolence God would not be worthy of our worship. Here, however, I am lessinterested in arguing that God's violence is not unworthy of God than in showingthat it is beneficial to us. Life has rightly drawn our attention to the fact that in aworld of violence we are faced with an inescapable alternative: either God'sviolence or human violence. Most people who insist on God's “nonviolence”cannot resist using violence themselves. They deem the talk of God's judgmentirreverent, but think nothing of entrusting judgment into human hands, persuadedpresumably that this is less dangerous and more humane than to believe in a Godwho judges! And so violence thrives, secretly nourished by belief in a God whorefuses to wield the sword.”-MiroslaveVolf, Exclusion & Embrace2. The capacity of life in the Kingdom, v. 39-42• Matthew 11:12As Christians we have the capacity to demonstrate four things...a) a different response to evil, v. 39• Romans 12:14-21b) a different response to guilt, v. 40c) a different response to authority, v. 41d) a different response to need, v. 42Mental worship...1 Is there anybody that you've punished too much and you don't know how to getit back to where it should be?2 Do you feel you actually have the capacity to respond differently when violated?3 Does your response to evil say more about you or God?4 How does the Gospel inform your response to the poor and needy?5 What or who have you lost sight of?

This month's theme is The Heart!(this episode was re-recorded because the other episode wrongly said Matthew 5:5)Matthew 5:8Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see God.****PATREON: For downloadable and printable PDFs of each scripture verse, support us on Patreon at Patreon.com/JackieandBobby at the $5/month level!***“Memorize Scripture” Book NOW AVAILABLE!Get 10% off!Link to Order:https://avemariapress.com/?ref=JACKIE10PROMO CODE: JACKIE10

Weekly Sermon from Trinity Church Denver

Living a Salt and Light - Matthew 5:13-16

A sermon on Matthew 5:7 by pastor Andrew Dionne. Preached on November 9, 2025, evening service, at Trinity Presbyterian Church (Evangel Presbytery) in Spartanburg, SC.

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Life group questions: 1. How did God speak to you through this week's sermon? 2. What does it mean to have the law and our grace in Jesus? 3. How does this apply to our everyday life with Christ?

Erik Jones discusses Matthew 5:48—“Therefore you shall be perfect, just as your Father in heaven is perfect.”

Send me a Text Message!Hypocrisy is hiding what's inside. Authenticity is transparency, revealing what's inside. But integrity goes deeper, integrity requires a transformation of what's inside. And here's the blessing of integrity; when we get real with God, the real God shows up. Can I tell you what I fear most? I fear missing out on the real God showing up. I want to experience God's presence.  I want to be a conduit of God's power.  I want to experience God at work in our community in supernatural ways.I want to see the real God show up, but what if it requires our getting real with God?

Send me a Text Message!It's a question of integrity. When you see the brilliant reds of a maple tree in the  fall, you don't have to guess if they are hanging on an oak tree. When you are out hunting and you see horns, you don't need to guess the gender of the deer.  Because in God's creation, what's on the outside is a good indicator of what's on the inside. But when it comes to people, that's not always the case. Sometimes the outside lies. There's no integrity. Integrity is not only speaking the truth, it's being true. It's the outside truly reflecting what's on the inside.So that's the question, "Does my outside match my inside?"  

Send me a Text Message!If I could say anything to you, that you will remember from this episode, it's simply this, "Just let God love you." That's where a life that thrives gets it's start. We love because He first loved us. Let Him love you. Don't put up walls, keep your heart soft.  Toward him and others.  Let grace heal wounds and even overflow in the broken places around you.  Let his forever-love be your journey's guard and guide.  Let His love give you boldness to approach Him on behalf of your marriage and any broken marriages around you. Let His love give shape to your soft heart!

Join us today as we examine what it means to be salt & light to the world around us. https://longhollow.com/theforgottenjesuspodcastshownotes