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In life, we often ask, "is it worth it?" when faced with big decisions. But when it comes to following Jesus, we rarely count the cost. True discipleship is costly, requiring us to choose the narrow path, align with Christ, and face persecution. We are faced with a choice: to be citizens of this world, conforming to its ways, or citizens of the Kingdom of Heaven, following Jesus.
Today we begin a new teaching series on the Beatitudes! We will devote a week on each one, but today our focus will on be on the group as a whole within the greater context of Jesus’ public ministry.
Today we begin a new teaching series on the Beatitudes! We will devote a week on each one, but today our focus will on be on the group as a whole within the greater context of Jesus’ public ministry.
Hey, y'all! Welcome to the Gary Church Podcast . . . from Gary Church, here in Wheaton, IL. We would love to have you worship with us! You may find more information about our next worship service at www.garychurch.org. This is the scripture and sermon from November 5, 2023 . . . All Saints Sunday! Our scripture is read by Michelle Younkin (00:05) and the sermon by Rev. Dr. Chris Pierson is entitled “Every and All” (03:28). At Gary Church our mission through Christ is to grow in joyful faith and serve all in love! Revelation 7:9-17Matthew 5:1-12 Revised Common Lectionary
All Saints Day (Year A, 2022-2023)Scripture Readings: Revelation 7:9-17, Psalm 34:1-10, 22, 1 John 3:1-3, Matthew 5:1-12
Jesus taught the "Beatitudes," but what are some of the ME-attitudes that make us MEligious? In this message, Pastor Jamie Nunnally shares about the worldly thinking that opposes Jesus' teaching on living in the Kingdom. Matthew chapters 5-7 contain Jesus' famous sermon often called "The Sermon on the Mount." The sermon starts in verses 3 through 10 with 8 statements that all begin with the phrase "blessed are ________."Over time, these statements were called The Beatitudes from the Latin word for "blessed." 1. Beatitude: Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.The "poor in spirit" are those who recognize that their need for God. MEattitude: I am blessed when I don't need anyone else's help.Galatians 5:25God will be your crisis manager, but he would rather be your daily planner. 2. Beatitude: Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted. MEattitude: I am blessed when I never experience loss, grief, or mourning.Acts 14:22 John 16:33The Kingdom of God is now and not yet—at the same time. 3. Beatitude: Blessed are the meek, for they will inherit the earth.Meekness is ability restrained by wisdom. MEatittiude: I'm blessed when I get to say and do what I want, because I am right.James 3:132 Timothy 2:25Just because you can, doesn't mean you should. 4. Beatitude: Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be filled.Righteousness is the state of being in acceptable condition to God. MEattitude: I will feel fulfilled when I get everyone else's approval.Galatians 1:10 5. Blessed are the merciful, for they will be shown mercy. MEattitude: People need to get it together and be more like me.James 2:131 Corinthians 4:5Judge actions, but don't judge people. 6. Beatitude: Blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God. MEattitude: How I live doesn't really matter.Just because God loves us, doesn't mean He won't instruct us.1 Cor. 9:27Your purity will affect God's presence in your life. Your behavior doesn't earn you a relationship with Jesus, but a relationship with Jesus will affect your behavior. 7: Beatitude: Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called sons of God.Peace is not the absence of conflict or troubles, but the learned skill of remaining unaffected by them. MEattitude: I am under no obligation to help the world around me.Ephesians 2:101 Peter 4:10The church has got to be more concerned with making a difference than making a point.If you want to be recognized as a child of God, give what you've got. 8. Beatitude: Blessed are those who are persecuted because of righteousness, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. MEattitiude: I am blessed when everyone agrees with my faith.1 Peter 3:14 If nobody ever disagrees with you, you're probably not standing for anything. Are you living according to the MEattitudes?
Week 1 of Kingdom Living: Where Heaven Meets EarthA sermon series featuring Travis Eades.
Week 1 of Kingdom Living: Where Heaven Meets Earth A sermon series featuring Travis Eades.
Hey, y'all! Welcome to the Gary Church Podcast . . . from Gary Church, here in Wheaton, IL. We would love to have you worship with us! You may find more information about our next worship service at www.garychurch.org. This is the scripture and sermon from January 29, 2023- the 4th Sunday After Epiphany! Our scripture is read by Pat McCluskey (00:05) and the sermon by Rev. Dr. Chris Pierson “Blessed to Bless” (03:33). At Gary Church our mission is to make disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world! 1 Corinthians 1:18-31 Matthew 5:1-12Revised Common LectionaryVideo of the entire January 29, 2023 Worship Service at Gary Church
Fourth Sunday after the Epiphany (Year A, 2022-2023)Scripture Readings: Micah 6:1-8, Psalm 15, 1 Corinthians 1:18-31, Matthew 5:1-12
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All Saints Day (Year C, 2021-2022)Scripture Readings: Revelation 7:9-17, Psalm 34:1-10, 22, 1 John 3:1-3, Matthew 5:1-12
Join us as Kent Mundhenk shares the beatitudes in a way that challenges our thinking.
Join us as Kent Mundhenk shares the beatitudes in a way that challenges our thinking.
Join us as Kent Mundhenk shares the beatitudes in a way that challenges our thinking.
Join us as Kent Mundhenk shares the beatitudes in a way that challenges our thinking.
Join us as Kent Mundhenk shares the beatitudes in a way that challenges our thinking.
Join us as Kent Mundhenk shares the beatitudes in a way that challenges our thinking.
Join us as Kent Mundhenk shares the beatitudes in a way that challenges our thinking.
Join us as Kent Mundhenk shares the beatitudes in a way that challenges our thinking.
Episode 33 of the David L. Gray Show - Voicing Truth and Reason - Monologue on the meaning and placement of the 'Our Father' (Pater Noster) Prayer in the liturgy of the Catholic Mass. Guest Tito Edwards, one of the most influential, yet hidden figures in Catholic digital media. Tito comes on to talk about his coming back to the Catholic faith and the hits and misses in the new evangelization. The post Voicing Truth and Reason – Episode 33 (The Pater Noster in Liturgical Theology / Guest Tito Edwards) first appeared on DavidLGray.INFO.
Given at St. Anselm's Abbey by Abbot James Wiseman on November 1, 2020.
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Rev. Erik KhoobyarianReading: Matthew 5:1-12Imagine being in the audience when Jesus looks out at you and calls you blessed. The words of Jesus were surprising news for those who heard the Beatitudes for the first time, but how do we hear those words today in our lives? Support the show (https://presbyws.org/donate/)
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Guest Pastor Barbara Groote invites us to a fresh understanding of the Sermon on the Mount. In Jesus' pronouncement to ...
Fourth Sunday after the Epiphany (Year A, 2019-2020): Micah 6:1-8 • Psalm 15 • 1 Corinthians 1:18-31 • Matthew 5:1-12
The liturgy of the Holy Mass not only offers us a perfect path to process up to Calvary, but with the hosts of angels and the communion saints gathered around our sacred space as we adore Him and consume Him, the Mass shows a foreshadowing of what Heaven will be like when we see Christ in His full glory, raised high above His throne. The post The Solemnity of All Saints first appeared on DavidLGray.INFO.
The liturgy of the Holy Mass not only offers us a perfect path to process up to Calvary, but with the hosts of angels and the communion saints gathered around our sacred space as we adore Him and consume Him, the Mass shows a foreshadowing of what Heaven will be like when we see Christ in His full glory, raised high above His throne.
In Part 4 of 4 of my exploration into Black Catholicism in the United States of America, I use a speech by Sis Thea Bowman to examine the consequences that establishing the segregated Jim Crow Black Catholic Church has had on the Catholic liturgy in those Church communities. The inculturation of the liturgy found in the Black Catholic Church is eerily similar to what is being proposed for Amazon Catholics. The post Liturgical Inculturation in Black Catholicism and the Amazon first appeared on DavidLGray.INFO.
In Part 4 of 4 of my exploration into Black Catholicism in the United States of America, I use a speech by Sis Thea Bowman to examine the consequences that establishing the segregated Jim Crow Black Catholic Church has had on the Catholic liturgy in those Church communities. The inculturation of the liturgy found in the Black Catholic Church is eerily similar to what is being proposed for Amazon Catholics.
Week 1 of "Citizens"
Bishop Keith Blank shares from Matthew 5:1-12.Support the show (https://tithe.ly/give?c=397080)
All Saints Day (Year A) Revelation 7:9-17, Psalm 34:1-10, 22, 1 John 3:1-3, Matthew 5:1-12
4th Sunday After Epiphany (Year A) Micah 6:1-8, Psalm 15, 1 Corinthians 1:18-31, Matthew 5:1-12
Donna Strieb Preaching
Donna Strieb Preaching
This is the first message from our series "Sermon on the Mount," which goes through some of Jesus' teachings as found in Matthew chapters 5-7. "Kingdom Blessings" goes through the first part of Jesus' teachings from the Sermon on the Mount, which is often referred to as the Beatitudes.