Podcasts about Matthew 5

This week, Pastor Mike Skedeleski continues our series through the book of Matthew. In a world that constantly encourages us to love only those who love us back and to hold onto personal animosity, Jesus introduces a Kingdom standard that turns cultural norms upside down. What if the true test of our faith isn't how we treat our friends but how we respond to the very people who offend, hurt, or persecute us? Keeping the cross in mind, we discover that Jesus never asks us to do anything He didn't live out first. Through His humble and gracious example at Calvary, we see what it means to choose a posture of prayer over payback, allowing God's unearned grace and love to flow to everyone around us. By diving deeper into what it means to love our enemies and pray for their blessing, we learn how our everyday actions can reflect the very character and spiritual DNA of our Father in Heaven. When we stop letting our flesh and the world dictate our reactions and instead let Christ's love lead our hearts, our lives become living evidence of His grace.

An unhurried daily meditation using the Bible, prayer, and reflection led by Pastor Jon Ciccarelli, Discipleship Pastor of Crosswalk Church in Redlands, CA, and Director of Discipleship for Crosswalk Global.If you are enjoying the podcast please go to Apple Podcasts and/or Spotify and share your rating and a review as your input will help bring awareness of this discipleship resource to more listeners around the world.To learn more about The Crosswalk Center for Christian Formation & Discipleship go to https://crosswalkvillage.com/abide-homePlease feel free to reach out to us at jon@crosswalkvillage.com any time with your comments and questions. Thanks and blessings!

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Relationships have the potential to bring life's greatest joys but they can also bring some of the deepest pain. How do we navigate these everyday connections in a world that tells us to look out for number one? In this message by Pastor Paul Gates, we dive back into Jesus' Sermon on the Mount. Paul reveals how we can deploy the ultimate TASK Force in our daily lives—anchored in Trust, Actions, Serving, and Kindness.   Together, we unpack what it truly means to live out counter-cultural love in our relationships. From learning why your character matters far more than simple words, to understanding the surprising historical context behind going the extra mile, Jesus offers us a radical alternative to revenge and retaliation. When we allow God's word, rather than culture or our fleeting emotions, to influence how we respond to others, we disarm conflict and glorify God.   Our relationships are transformed from the inside out when we stop letting the world drive our behavior and instead allow Jesus to lead us. Join us as we learn how applying God's word can help us to love generously, serve selflessly, and to bring real hope to the people around you!

Welcome to the Daily Disciple Podcast. As daily disciples, we seek to adore and follow Jesus, our teacher, into the abundant life that he offers. Because we find Jesus irresistible, fascinating, and incredibly practical, we want to be students of his Scripture. Today's episode is found in Matthew 5 "What is Christianity?"

The sermon, “Check Your Heart in the Kingdom of God,” teaches that following Jesus is not merely about outward obedience but about allowing Him to transform and rule our hearts. Jesus fulfills the law and calls His followers to pursue righteousness through a close relationship with Him, especially by guarding their hearts against lust, sexual sin, and anything that threatens their walk with God. The message ultimately challenges believers to keep their hearts pure, protect their marriages and relationships, and live every area of life in a way that honors Jesus as King.

Welcome to the Daily Disciple Podcast. As daily disciples, we seek to adore and follow Jesus, our teacher, into the abundant life that he offers. Because we find Jesus irresistible, fascinating, and incredibly practical, we want to be students of his Scripture. Today's episode is found in Matthew 5 "Testing, Testing, 1, 2, 3."

We live in a world where we can't always control what happens to us. Some days are filled with joy, while others bring pain, disappointment, and hardship. And when we allow those experiences to shape our outlook on life, they can also affect our walk with God and the way we treat others within the body of Christ. In today's message, Pastor Mark encourages us to forgive those who have wronged us and place our pain in God's hands. Forgiveness isn't always easy, especially when the wounds run deep, but that's why we need Jesus more than ever. Through prayer and growing closer to Him, God can heal our hearts and help us move forward. 

Salt and Light is NOT a rallying call to ‘Change the World for Christ'. Now hear this - it is NOT our job to change the world! Jesus is the Savior of the world -- NOT us! Changing the world is a task belonging to Jesus! Our job is far more modest; our job is to become part of the world changed by Christ! He is the actual Light of the World - so beloved to be salt and light is to live surrendered to what is actually real and that beloved is good news!

‘Peacemaking doesn't mean passivity. It is the act of interrupting injustice without mirroring injustice, the act of disarming evil without destroying the evildoer, the act of finding a third way that is neither fight nor flight but the careful, arduous pursuit of reconciliation and justice. It is about a revolution of love that is big enough to set both the oppressed and the oppressors free' And beloved in a world that is filled with Goodness we still are vexed by a real history of evil and its continued expressions in our world - how do we stand against evil? Fight or Flight? Today we proclaim something big enough to see the oppressed and oppressor free - the Love of God revealed in Christ and that remains good news!

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What do we do when we've been hurt, offended, mistreated, or wronged? Our natural response is often retaliation, to give back what we've received. But in Matthew 5:38–42, Jesus calls His followers to a radically different response. In this message, Andrew Fish talks about how as believers in Jesus we think different, act different, and respond differently. 

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Welcome to the Daily Disciple Podcast. As daily disciples, we seek to adore and follow Jesus, our teacher, into the abundant life that he offers. Because we find Jesus irresistible, fascinating, and incredibly practical, we want to be students of his Scripture. Today's episode is found in Matthew 5 "Relevant."

Packinghouse's Sunday evening worship service from August 9, 2026. Pastor Rick begins the Sermon on the Mount by looking at the first four Beatitudes and what they reveal about a life lived under the rule of Jesus. Being poor in spirit means recognizing our need for God, mourning means grieving over sin, meekness means surrendering our will to the Lord, and hungering and thirsting for righteousness means desiring what God desires. Together, these Beatitudes show a progression of drawing closer to Jesus as we recognize our need, confess our sin, surrender our plans, and allow Him to change our hearts. The message encourages us to keep looking to Jesus and let our hearts and lives increasingly line up with Him. - Rick Cornejo - Sunday, August 9, 2026

LOOPHOLES: Following Jesus When Obedience Isn't ConvenientWhat if the biggest danger to your faith isn't rebellion but finding a loophole?In Matthew 5:31–32, Jesus confronts divorce, but His teaching reaches far beyond marriage. He exposes something deeper: the human tendency to look for the minimum requirement necessary to justify what we already want.The world asks, “What can I get away with?”Religion asks, “What is technically permissible?”Jesus asks, “What does love require?”In this message, we explore:• Why Moses regulated divorce without establishing it as God's original design• How the certificate of divorce was intended to protect vulnerable women, not provide men with an escape clause• What Jesus meant by “hardness of heart”• How hurt can become resentment, distance, justification, and eventually a decision• Why major life decisions often begin long before the decision becomes visible• How to recognize when you are seeking God's will versus searching Scripture for permission• How this applies not only to marriage, but to church, calling, relationships, and faith• Seven questions to help you discern whether you are genuinely following God or simply asking Him to bless a decision you've already madeThe goal isn't simply to ask, Am I allowed to?The Kingdom question is: What does faithfulness require of me?Because Jesus didn't come to teach us how close we can get to the line. He came to transform our hearts so deeply that we stop looking for the line. The way of Jesus may not always be the easiest way but it is always the way that leads to life.

Jesus teaches that life in the Kingdom of God is different because He is our King, and we are called to live according to His Word, values, and mission. As followers of Christ, we are called to be the “salt of the earth” by creating a thirst for God, preserving what is good, and helping point others toward the gospel. We are also called to be the “light of the world” by boldly living out our faith, serving others, and allowing our good works to point people to Jesus rather than keeping our faith hidden.

POWER FOR TODAY is intended to equip the believers with the supernatural dimension of God through the teaching of the unadulterated word of God.

Pastor David continues our series through The Sermon on the Mount with his exposition of Matthew 5:31-32.(V31) THE ANCIENT ISSUE OF DIVORCE;(Matthew 5:27-30),Deuteronomy 24:1-4,Matthew 19:3-9,Mark 10:6-9(V32) THE DIVINE MEANING OF MARRIAGE.Hebrews 13:4,Ephesians 5:31-33,(*Genesis 2:24),Mark 10:9Second London Baptist Confession,Chapter 25, Paragraphs 1 & 2

The sermon argues that true happiness is found in a relationship with God rather than in human relationships, using marriage as a primary example. It examines biblical passages from Ephesians, Deuteronomy, and Matthew to define marriage as a covenant reflecting Christ's love for the church. The preacher addresses the complexities of divorce, acknowledging it as a consequence of sin but sometimes necessary for protection against persistent unfaithfulness or abuse. Emphasis is placed on the purpose of marriage being sacrificial love and unity, rather than merely personal fulfillment. Ultimately, the message calls believers to view their marriages as instruments for glorifying God and finding their deepest joy in Jesus Christ.

Key Idea: We love well by speaking truly and being true to our word. Two ways to speak truly and be true to our word:

[8/9/2026] "When Happily Isn't Ever After" comes from Matthew 5:31-32 and is the second sermon in our sermon series titled "Good People." It was preached by Pastor James Walsh at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Mission Covenant Church⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on August 9, 2026.

Jesus teaches about revenge

Welcome to the Daily Disciple Podcast. As daily disciples, we seek to adore and follow Jesus, our teacher, into the abundant life that he offers. Because we find Jesus irresistible, fascinating, and incredibly practical, we want to be students of his Scripture. Today's episode is found in Matthew 5 "Settle Matters Quickly."

Sermon Notes Date: 08/02/2026 Preacher: Monty Simao, pastor Series: Matthew Key Text: Matthew 5:43-48 Description: There may be no command of Christmore challengingand more unnaturalto the human heart than this:“Love your enemies,and pray for those who persecute you.” Today on Scandia Bible Church Podcast,Pastor Monty Simao continues our studyin the Gospel of Matthew — as […]

Jesus begins the Sermon on the Mount by announcing that God's Kingdom has arrived through Him and inviting everyone to become part of it by surrendering to Him as King. The Beatitudes are declarations of God's blessing and an invitation into His Kingdom, not a list of rules or behaviors required to earn salvation. The true blessed life is found through faith in Jesus, whose grace—not our good works—brings us into God's Kingdom and transforms how we live.

Hunger & Thirst. Matthew 5:6 by Beersheba Church

Pastor David continues our series through The Sermon on the Mount with his exposition of verses 27-30.(v27) OUR HEARING OF THE COMMANDMENT;Exodus 20:14, Deuteronomy 5:18,1 John 2:5-6 (CSB),Matthew 22:36-40(v28) OUR HEART WITH THE PROBLEM;Job 31:1 (CSB),Proverbs 6:25,Deuteronomy 10:12, 16,Ezekiel 36:25-27,2 Samuel 11:1-5,Proverbs 4:23 (NIV),1 Timothy 2:9-10,Psalm 119:9-11(v29-30) OUR HANDLING OF HEART AND MIND.Matthew 18:7-9,Matthew 15:18-19,Genesis 39:11-12,Psalm 119:9, 11,Colossians 3:1-3

“You 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.” (Matthew 5:14–16 NLT) The revival our nation so desperately needs requires believers to show up conspicuously, to make our presence known. Revival requires us to offer light to the world. That was certainly Jesus’ plan for us. He left little doubt about how conspicuous we should be when He said, “You 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” (Matthew 5:14–16 NLT). There are two key ways that believers can be light for the world. We can let our light shine by doing good works, and we can let our light shine by proclaiming the gospel. Let’s start with the need for good works. Since 9/11, the title “first responder” has been given a sense of near reverence. In any discussion of the most important, most beloved, most respected people in our country, first responders are invariably mentioned. First responders run toward dangers, tragedies, disasters, and unsettling situations that most other people run away from. They put themselves at risk, physically and emotionally, to help others in their times of need. That’s something Christians should aspire to in letting their lights shine. When natural disasters occur, when people are starving, when a country is torn by war or ravaged by disease, Christians should be the first on the scene, doing what they can to bring aid, comfort, and provisions. On a smaller scale, we can let our lights shine at home or in our workplace by being kind, generous, and loving, and by living sacrificially for others. That’s how we let our lights shine through our good works. Then, of course, we also should let our lights shine by proclaiming the gospel, by telling others of their need for Christ. We are not to be secretive about our faith. We can tell our neighbors the Good News. We can make sure our coworkers know exactly what a Christian believes. We can make our faith obvious in our neighborhood and in the places we frequent. And we can raise up our children to walk with the Lord. That’s how we can make a difference in our nation. You can be a conspicuous Christian. Let your light shine! That light is desperately needed in these dark times. Reflection question: How can you make the light of Christ more conspicuous in your life? Discuss Today's Devo in Harvest Discipleship! — The audio production of the podcast "Greg Laurie: Daily Devotions" utilizes Generative AI technology. This allows us to deliver consistent, high-quality content while preserving Harvest's mission to "know God and make Him known." All devotional content is written and owned by Pastor Greg Laurie. Listen to the Greg Laurie Podcast Become a Harvest PartnerSupport the show: https://harvest.org/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

“You are the salt of the earth. But what good is salt if it has lost its flavor? Can you make it salty again? It will be thrown out and trampled underfoot as worthless.” (Matthew 5:13 NLT) In the ancient world, salt was used as a preservative. It still is today—ham, corned beef, olives, pickles, and even anchovies are preserved in brine, a saltwater solution. The purpose of the salt is to stop the food from spoiling, to prevent its corruption. Jesus referenced the crucial role that salt plays when He said to His followers, “You are the salt of the earth. But what good is salt if it has lost its flavor? Can you make it salty again? It will be thrown out and trampled underfoot as worthless” (Matthew 5:13 NLT). His point was that Christians should seek to be a preservative wherever we are. We should be active agents against corruption. For example, if you’re a parent, you can guide your children in what they see and interact with on social media. You can teach them Christian values and live as an example to them. If you’re the only Christian in your family, then you’re probably always the one who’s asked to give the blessing over the Thanksgiving meal. That’s good, because it means your family notices that you’re a Christian, that your life is different from theirs. So, seize the opportunity. You also need to be salt in the place where you work. You can refuse to gossip about coworkers, you can do your work without grumbling, and you can be an encouragement to others. You may experience instances when your coworkers are gathered around, telling certain jokes. But when you walk in, everyone suddenly falls silent. Instead of being uncomfortable about such treatment, recognize it for the begrudging acknowledgment it is. Your coworkers know that you’re a representative of Jesus. You’re functioning as a preservative in that situation. Or maybe you’re that one Christian student in your classroom. You need to stand up for Christian values. You can refuse to participate in harmful activities and tell your friends why. That’s what it means to be salt. No one ever said that being a Christian would make you popular. But it does make you salt. And though it may be hard at times, it’s a responsibility you need to embrace. When we speak of the need for revival in our nation, we tend to think of it in grand, sweeping terms. In reality, revival is a big movement triggered by countless small acts. In that sense, it’s like the civil rights movement. Civil rights weren’t won in one dramatic moment. They were won by countless acts of resistance and courage. Likewise, revival begins when individual believers take seriously their assigned roles as salt of the earth. Let the Holy Spirit help and guide you as you add a distinctive Christian flavor wherever you go. Reflection question: How can you add a distinctive Christian flavor wherever you go? Discuss Today's Devo in Harvest Discipleship! — The audio production of the podcast "Greg Laurie: Daily Devotions" utilizes Generative AI technology. This allows us to deliver consistent, high-quality content while preserving Harvest's mission to "know God and make Him known." All devotional content is written and owned by Pastor Greg Laurie. Listen to the Greg Laurie Podcast Become a Harvest PartnerSupport the show: https://harvest.org/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Does Titus 3:9 teach Christians to avoid discussing God's law?Some use Paul's warning about "foolish controversies" and "quarrels about the law" to dismiss conversations about sin, obedience, and accountability. But is that what Paul was actually addressing?In this teaching, we examine Titus 3:9 in its biblical and historical context, exploring the genealogical disputes Paul was warning against and why those concerns should not be confused with teaching believers to obey God's commandments. Discover why confronting sin in love is not a foolish controversy but an essential part of discipleship and the Great Commission.Key Scriptures  Titus 3:9   Matthew 28:19–20   1 John 3:4   Romans 3:20   Romans 7:7   Numbers 15:22–31   Psalm 119:105   Matthew 5:17–19

What does it look like to live with faithfulness that goes deeper than our actions and reaches into our hearts? In this message, Pastor Paul Gates explores Jesus' words in Matthew 5:27–30, challenging us to take an honest look at the ways sin can quietly shape our thoughts, desires, and relationships. As we consider God's faithfulness, we're invited to protect what matters most and take sin seriously. This is not a message about our faithfulness, it's about His. Our faithfulness often is broken and imperfect, but God's faithfulness is always full, complete, and unwavering. As we learn to recognize temptation, establish healthy boundaries, and invite accountability into our lives, we discover that God is faithful to meet us in our struggles and provide a way forward. What would it look like to be completely full of Him? Join us as we discover how God's perfect faithfulness becomes the model for our own, filling our lives with His Spirit, His grace, His goodness, and His sacrificial love.

Jesus is the Savior of the world, but did you know He is also a King? The Gospel of Matthew presents Christ as King: He was born a King, He lived a King, He died a King, and He's coming as King. In this study of the Sermon on the Mount, we learn the laws of God's kingdom.