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“Do not worry,” Jesus says three times in his Sermon on the Mount (Matt 6:25-24). But how? Jesus answers this question by teaching us why we need not fear or worry or “be anxious about anything.” (Philippians 4:6-7)Join us In-Person or Online for Worship Sundays at 9:30am and 11am.Find out more about upcoming events and ways to serve our community by joining our mailing list. Email office@stjohnslutheran.church and request to be added!If you are in need of prayer or pastoral care, email Pastor Jen at pastor@stjohnslutheran.church or Pastor Emily at am@stjohnslutheran.church.We are deeply grateful for the ongoing generosity of our St. John's community members, and the faithful financial support that contributes to our mission to “Know Christ and Make Christ Known.”Thank you!Ways you can Give: • Online stjohnslutheran.church • Text "Give" to 760-330-2326 • Mail a check: 42695 Washington St. Palm Desert, CA 92211For more information about Worship and Ministry at St. John's, please email the Church Office at office@stjohnslutheran.church or call us at 760-345-2122CCLI Streaming & Podcast License # CSPL129016

17 Now it happened on a certain day, as He was teaching, that there were Pharisees and teachers of the law sitting by, who had come out of every town of Galilee, Judea, and Jerusalem. And the power of the Lord was present to heal them. 18 Then behold, men brought on a bed a man who was paralyzed, whom they sought to bring in and lay before Him. Today we will begin looking at the next section of verses in Luke 5:17-26 as Jesus and His disciples continue to minister in the dark region of Galilee. From the other Gospels, it appears that on this particular occasion that Jesus in in the little town of Capernaum. This was Peter's hometown and most likely they were at Peter's house. And on this “certain day, the crowd gathered to see Jesus heal and to hear Him teach.   But a new element was added: some of the official religious leaders from Jerusalem were present to investigate what He was doing. They had every right to do this since it was the responsibility of the elders to prevent false prophets from leading the people astray (Deut. 13; 18:15-22). They had interrogated John the Baptist (John 1:19-34) and now they would examine Jesus of Nazareth.   The rulers in Jerusalem had already been in conflict with the Lord. John's gospel shows an early developing hostility toward Him. The time had come for them to confront this country preacher on His own ground. Members of the religious elite arrived from all parts of the country. Especially visible were the Pharisees, who took the lead throughout the Gospels in opposing Christ. Their very presence and the presence of learned doctors of the Law from Jerusalem itself would, it was hoped, intimidate this man from Nazareth. Nazareth! "Can there any good thing come out of Nazareth?" (John 1:46).   Since this is the first time the scribes, the teachers of the law, and the Pharisees are mentioned in Luke's Gospel, it would be good for us to get acquainted with them. The word Pharisee comes from a Hebrew word that means "to divide, to separate." The scribes and Pharisees probably developed out of the ministry of Ezra, the priest, who taught the Jewish people to obey the Law of Moses and be separate from the heathen nations around them (Ezra 9-10; Neh. 8-9). The great desire of the scribes and Pharisees was to understand and magnify God's Law and apply it in their daily lives.   However, the movement soon became quite legalistic, and its leaders laid so many burdens on the people that it was impossible to "serve the Lord with gladness" (Ps. 100:2). Furthermore, many of the Pharisees were proud arrogant hypocrites and did not practice what they preached (see Matt. 15:1-20; 23:1-36). In the Sermon on the Mount (Matt. 5-7), Jesus exposed the shallowness of Pharisaical religion. He explained that true righteousness is a matter of the heart and not external religious practices alone.   The scribes and Pharisees picked a good time to attend one of our Lord's meetings, because God's power was present in a special way and Jesus would heal a man who had the palsy, meaning he was paralyzed. If leprosy illustrates the corruption and defilement of sin, then palsy is a picture of the paralysis that sin produces in a life. But Jesus would do more than heal the man; He would also forgive his sins and teach the crowd a lesson in forgiveness.   The first thing I notice from this passage is that it says, “Now it happened on a certain day”. Remember the healing of the leper in the previous verses happened “in a certain city”. This reminds me that God is always at work in certain places and certain days!   Today, wherever you might be, is that special certain day for you to trust the Lord and find forgiveness of your sins and to have your life forever changed!   God bless!

In 3 Nephi 12:1—12 the resurrected Savior delivers an address to the Nephites similar to the Sermon on the Mount (Matt. 5; Luke 6) and presents the Beatitudes. Like the Matthew 5 account, the Book of Mormon record details how we might enter and build a covenantal relationship with God through the “interrelated and progressive” arrangement of the Beatitudes (Bible Dictionary). But what additional insight does the 3 Nephi account offer that isn't preserved in the New Testament? In this episode Dr. Brad Wilcox, professor of ancient scripture, discusses his book Blessed Are Ye: Using the Beatitudes to Understand Christ's Atonement and Grace, co-authored with his brother Roger Wilcox. He details varied interpretations of the Beatitudes, connects them to the first principles and ordinances of the gospel, and examines their relationship to latter-day temple covenants. As we study the Beatitudes, they become more than a code of conduct. Rather, they can be a holy invitation from Christ Himself to enter a covenant relationship with Him, receive His grace, and become like Him.   Publications: Blessed Are Ye: Using the Beatitudes to Understand Christ's Atonement and Grace (Covenant Communications, 2023) “His Grace Is Sufficient” (BYU Speeches, 2011) Changed through His Grace (Deseret Book, 2017) The Continuous Atonement (Deseret Book, 2009) Your Patriarchal Blessing (Deseret Book, 2021) “Be Not Faithless, but Believing” (Religious Educator, 25.2, 2024) “Applying the Atonement of Jesus Christ” (Religious Educator, 12.2, 2011) “Names in the Book of Mormon” (Y Religion, episode 83, 2023) “Answers About Patriarchal Blessings” (Y Religion, episode 46, 2021)   Click here to learn more about Brad Wilcox  

Our reading of Luke Ch. 6 today is a briefer form of what we call ‘the sermon on the mount' that's  in Matt. Ch.'s 5,6 & 7. Luke, who travelled with Paul to Rome and was in Rome with him (2 Tim. 4 v.11), wrote his gospel primarily for Gentiles.  We saw in Luke 1 v.3 that it was addressed to Theophilus.  We wondered if some might be puzzled by v.23 in today's chapter: we have heard it quoted to show we go to heaven when we die.  The verse reads, “Rejoice in that day, and leap for joy; for behold, your reward is great in heaven …”  Truly there will be the greatest joy “in that day” – that day being when “the kingdom of God” is established, “for yours is the kingdom of God.” [v.20]   This is, to quote the well-known Sermon on the Mount (Matt. 5), when the meek are blessed “for they shall inherit the earth.” [v.5] – to get the fullest sense we need to compare the 2 chapters realizing, when it says “kingdom of heaven”, it means a heavenly kingdom to come on earth. However, what do the words in Luke mean – why “in that day” will they “leap for joy” if heaven is the place of their reward the moment they die – what happens “in that day”? In John 3 v.15 we read “no one has ascended to heaven” except Jesus.  Peter preached that even David, the great Psalmist, and Jesus was in a sense “his son” (see Matt. 22 v.42, &c), “died and was buried … for David did not ascend into the heavens” [Acts 2 v.29,34] The particular verse that clears up this mystery is the message of Jesus in Rev. 22 v.12, “Behold I am coming soon, bringing my recompense with me, to reward everyone for what he (or she) has done. Jesus is bringing the reward to true believers when he returns to raise the dead and set up his kingdom. He will reward those who have truly served him and done their human best, aided by his grace, to live the way of life he preached; then, as he told one man, “you will have treasure in heaven; and come follow me.” [Mark 10 v.21]  If we have accepted that invitation, let us keep our feet firmly on the narrow path, that Jesus has trod before us!  If we have not yet done so, let us ask ourselves, ‘Why not?'  There is great joy in witnessing a person take on the name of Christ in baptism – may others be soon motivated to do the same.

A new MP3 sermon from New Harvest Ministries NEO is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: On Fasting Subtitle: Sermon on the Mount (Matt 5-7) Speaker: Logan Ramsey Broadcaster: New Harvest Ministries NEO Event: Sunday - PM Date: 8/18/2024 Bible: Matthew 6:16-18 Length: 50 min.

A new MP3 sermon from New Harvest Ministries NEO is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: Lead Us Not Into Temptation Subtitle: Sermon on the Mount (Matt 5-7) Speaker: Logan Ramsey Broadcaster: New Harvest Ministries NEO Event: Sunday - PM Date: 7/21/2024 Bible: Matthew 6:13 Length: 53 min.

A new MP3 sermon from New Harvest Ministries NEO is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: Our Daily Bread Subtitle: Sermon on the Mount (Matt 5-7) Speaker: Logan Ramsey Broadcaster: New Harvest Ministries NEO Event: Sunday - PM Date: 6/16/2024 Bible: Matthew 6:11 Length: 57 min.

A new MP3 sermon from New Harvest Ministries NEO is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: Our Daily Bread Subtitle: Sermon on the Mount (Matt 5-7) Speaker: Logan Ramsey Broadcaster: New Harvest Ministries NEO Event: Sunday - PM Date: 6/16/2024 Bible: Matthew 6:11 Length: 57 min.

A new MP3 sermon from New Harvest Ministries NEO is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: Our Daily Bread Subtitle: Sermon on the Mount (Matt 5-7) Speaker: Logan Ramsey Broadcaster: New Harvest Ministries NEO Event: Sunday - PM Date: 6/16/2024 Bible: Matthew 6:11 Length: 57 min.

A new MP3 sermon from New Harvest Ministries NEO is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: Thy Will Be Done Subtitle: Sermon on the Mount (Matt 5-7) Speaker: Logan Ramsey Broadcaster: New Harvest Ministries NEO Event: Sunday - PM Date: 6/2/2024 Bible: Matthew 6:10 Length: 52 min.

A new MP3 sermon from New Harvest Ministries NEO is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: Thy Will Be Done Subtitle: Sermon on the Mount (Matt 5-7) Speaker: Logan Ramsey Broadcaster: New Harvest Ministries NEO Event: Sunday - PM Date: 6/2/2024 Bible: Matthew 6:10 Length: 52 min.

A new MP3 sermon from New Harvest Ministries NEO is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: Thy Will Be Done Subtitle: Sermon on the Mount (Matt 5-7) Speaker: Logan Ramsey Broadcaster: New Harvest Ministries NEO Event: Sunday - PM Date: 6/2/2024 Bible: Matthew 6:10 Length: 52 min.

Here's a message kicking off a new series on what's often known as the Sermon on the Mount (Matt 5-7). Message by Anthony L Opliger

A new MP3 sermon from New Harvest Ministries NEO is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: You Must Be Perfect Subtitle: Sermon on the Mount (Matt 5-7) Speaker: Logan Ramsey Broadcaster: New Harvest Ministries NEO Event: Sunday - PM Date: 3/3/2024 Bible: Matthew 5:48 Length: 53 min.

A new MP3 sermon from New Harvest Ministries NEO is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: Marriage and Divorce (Matthew 5:31-32) Subtitle: Sermon on the Mount (Matt 5-7) Speaker: Logan Ramsey Broadcaster: New Harvest Ministries NEO Event: Sunday - PM Date: 1/21/2024 Bible: Matthew 5:31-32 Length: 57 min.

A new MP3 sermon from New Harvest Ministries NEO is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: Lust (Matthew 5:27-30) Subtitle: Sermon on the Mount (Matt 5-7) Speaker: Logan Ramsey Broadcaster: New Harvest Ministries NEO Event: Sunday - PM Date: 1/7/2024 Bible: Matthew 5:27-30 Length: 59 min.

DAY 357 CHALLENGE “For Christians, violence is never permitted. Jesus teaches strict pacifism when he says, ‘Do not resist one who is evil. But if any one strikes you on the right cheek, turn to him the other also' (Matt. 5:39).” DEFENSE What Jesus teaches in one passage must be read in light of what he teaches elsewhere. Jesus' statement about turning the other cheek occurs in the Sermon on the Mount (Matt. 5–7), but in the same discourse he draws a distinction between the natural, human response and a supernatural response that goes beyond it. The first is morally acceptable, but i…

If you've ever felt confused by how Jesus did everything for everyone and saved people and helped them and yet you can never do enough to feel like enough, then today's episode is for you. If you've ever felt like you're not sure how to be a good Christian and also take care of your own needs, today's episode is also for you. I'm so excited to share with you the many examples I've found in the scriptures of how Jesus was not a codependent. Time Stamps: [00:53] - “Jesus was not a rescuer.” [07:17] - “Mind your own business.” [14:23] - Codependents usually want to save people from consequences, but everyone reaps what they sow. [19:54] - Don't expect people around you to mind-read. (Hint: They can't.) [24:13] - What is the sermon on the mount actually about? [36:56] - “I'm not participating in this.” [42:53] - There's freedom and love in allowing people to choose for themselves. Supporting Resources: Go to codafree.org to get 20% off the Becoming Codafree Bootcamp through November 22nd Scripture references in this episode: Paul's thorn: 2 Cor. 12:7-10 Be of good cheer: John 16:33 Judge not: Matt. 7:1 Not a victim: John 18:11 Reap what you sow: Galatians 6:7-8 Powerlessness: Romans 7:14-15, 17, 19 Act, not react: Rev. 3:20 Ask for what you need: Matt. 7:7-8 It's okay to not be liked: Matt. 5:11-12 Misunderstanding the sermon on the mount: Matt. 5:38-42, but ALSO 44-47 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A new MP3 sermon from New Harvest Ministries NEO is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: The Old Testament for Today Subtitle: Sermon on the Mount (Matt 5-7) Speaker: Logan Ramsey Broadcaster: New Harvest Ministries NEO Event: Sunday - PM Date: 11/12/2023 Bible: Matthew 5:19 Length: 58 min.

A new MP3 sermon from New Harvest Ministries NEO is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: Salt and Light (Matthew 5:13-16) Subtitle: Sermon on the Mount (Matt 5-7) Speaker: Logan Ramsey Broadcaster: New Harvest Ministries NEO Event: Sunday - PM Date: 10/15/2023 Bible: Matthew 5:13-16 Length: 68 min.

Romans 7:12 So then, the Law is holy, and the commandment is holy and righteous and good. Paul knew the Roman Jews would initially think that Paul had thrown the Law under the bus when he wrote that it aggravated, defined, and made sin alive to the point of killing them. They might conclude that the Law must be a terrible thing, and if God gave it, that makes Him a terrible person. So this statement about the Law being holy, righteous, and good was necessary. The Law is holy, righteous, and good because God is holy, righteous, and good. We have insight into Paul's understanding of the Law also from Galatians 5:14. “For the whole Law is fulfilled in one word, in the statement, ‘YOU SHALL LOVE YOUR NEIGHBOR AS YOURSELF.'” Later in Romans 13:10 Paul echoes the same truth. “Love does no wrong to a neighbor; therefore love is the fulfillment of the law.” In the Sermon on the Mount (Matt. 5:17), Jesus said, “Do not think that I came to abolish the Law or the Prophets; I did not come to abolish but to fulfill.” Jesus not only fulfilled the Law by loving when He was in His earthly body, but He is still fulfilling it in His new bodily creation as we love with Him. We are the body of Christ, and as He loves through us, He is fulfilling His Law which is holy, righteous, and good. Let us be encouraged today to live not by the commandments of the Law, but by the life of the Law-giver. He is love, and loving with Him far exceeds the requirements of the Law. Commit yourself, by the power of the Holy Spirit, to love with Jesus, and do what is in the highest good of everyone you meet. What is the highest good? It is for them to bring God glory through Jesus Christ on “that day”—the day they stand before Jesus and give Him an account of their lives. If you do so, then it will be revealed that you did what was holy, righteous, and good in God's sight. Acknowledgment: Music from “Carried by the Father” by Eric Terlizzi. www.ericterlizzi.com

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In the Parable of the Weeds and Wheat (Matt 13:24-30), Jesus teaches the same lesson he offers earlier in the Sermon on the Mount (Matt 7:1-5) - “do not judge.” Like the field hands in the parable who are told not to pull the weeds from among the wheat, it's not our place to decide who's in and who's out of the kingdom of God. Our place is to follow Jesus, the Sower, the King, the Savior, and invite others to do the same. *** Join us In-Person or Online for Worship Sundays at 9:30am and 11am. Find out more about upcoming events and ways to serve our community by joining our mailing list. Email office@stjohnslutheran.church and request to be added! If you are in need of prayer or pastoral care, email Pastor Jen at pastor@stjohnslutheran.church. We continue to be deeply grateful for the ongoing generosity of our St. John's community members, and the faithful financial support that contributes to our mission to “Know Christ and Make Christ Known.” Thank you! Ways you can Give: • Online stjohnslutheran.church • Text "Give" to 760-330-2326 • Mail a check: 42695 Washington St. Palm Desert, CA 92211 For more information about Worship and Ministry at St. John's, please email the Church Office at office@stjohnslutheran.church or call us at 760-345-2122 CCLI Streaming & Podcast License # CSPL129016 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/st-johns-lutheran-church/message

A new MP3 sermon from New Harvest Ministries NEO is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: The Meek Shall Inherit the Earth (Matthew 5:5) Subtitle: Sermon on the Mount (Matt 5-7) Speaker: Logan Ramsey Broadcaster: New Harvest Ministries NEO Event: Sunday - PM Date: 7/23/2023 Bible: Matthew 5:5 Length: 64 min.

A new MP3 sermon from New Harvest Ministries NEO is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: The Meek Shall Inherit the Earth (Matthew 5:5) Subtitle: Sermon on the Mount (Matt 5-7) Speaker: Logan Ramsey Broadcaster: New Harvest Ministries NEO Event: Sunday - PM Date: 7/23/2023 Bible: Matthew 5:5 Length: 64 min.

A new MP3 sermon from New Harvest Ministries NEO is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: The Meek Shall Inherit the Earth (Matthew 5:5) Subtitle: Sermon on the Mount (Matt 5-7) Speaker: Logan Ramsey Broadcaster: New Harvest Ministries NEO Event: Sunday - PM Date: 7/23/2023 Bible: Matthew 5:5 Length: 64 min.

In the Sermon on the Mount (Matt 5-7), the King's Manifesto for His Kingdom, King Jesus reveals seven difficult truths about His Kingdom.

For additional notes and resources check out Douglas' website.James 5:12Not referring to profanitySimilar to 3rd commandment – context of oath-taking.Not that we should throw around the words Jesus or God carelessly.Note connection with the Sermon on the Mount (Matt 5). Frequent references to SOM material in James.Based on these passages, some Christians refuse to take oaths. Their word is their bond.Yet what about signing documents? I should not have to sign a mortgage statement, or work contract, because I honor my pledges. But in this fallen world few are totally reliable.Note that the Bible does allow us to go back on our word in certain situations. Balance these two passages:Ps 15: Lord, who may dwell in your sacred tent? Who may live on your holy mountain? The one whose way of life is blameless, who does what is righteous, who speaks the truth from their heart… who keeps an oath even when it hurts, and does not change their mind…Prov 6:1-5: If you… have been trapped by what you said, ensnared by the words of your mouth…Free yourself, like a gazelle from the hand of the hunter, like a bird from the snare of the fowler.Sometimes wisdom or love requires that we balance principles.In a more political /military context, unless the oath involves a false god – as soldiers might have to take (one of the 3 things new converts were forbidden to do).Zealot oaths would not have entailed idolatry (apart from the idolatry of power), but they would have entailed rash promises to courses of violence and coercion.Beware the dangers of political promises, oaths, alignments – Jesus & Politics.We should all be people of our word.Tomorrow: Pray x 7

Sermon on the Mount Matt 6:5-15

Sermon on the Mount Matt 6:5-15

  In this continuing study I take a look at the Rapture Doctrine. Is this a Pre-Trib, as taught in most mainstream Churches are do Christians go through the Tribulation Period? I compare Thessalonians to Matthew 24 along with Revelation. I venture into Paul's writings to explore what he has to say, along with what Yahweh says in Ezekiel. I also ask the listeners to grab a pencil and paper as we create charts for comparison as we get deeper into this study. In this Part 26 I continue in Matthew 24 verse 9 and see what Yahshua Messiah has to say to His disciples and most important TO US TODAY! I go into a rant on some events that are taking place today, as these events are attacking the Gospel of Yahshua Messiah. In this Chapter Yahshua Messiah will discuss with His disciples, His return for His bride. This Chapter goes in hand with those 7 events of Rev. 6. Events that we shall see and understand that lead to His return. Many Churches teach this chapter as the pre-tribulation rapture event. But we shall find out, there is no such thing as flying away, as described by Ezekiel Chapter 13. We also shall learn of the Parable of the Fig Tree and how this Parable unfolded itself in our generation. We shall pin point events that took place like, ‘The Days of Noah', just what really happen back then!9. Then shall they deliver . . . = The adverb, here and in verse 10, points to synchronism rather than sequence in its connection with verse 8.To be afflicted. = Literally, unto affliction. The words repeat in substance the predictions of Matthew 10:22.  Here we have “hated of all the nations,” i.e., heathen nations, instead of the wider “hated of all men.” Afflicted = tribulations. As followers of Yahshua Messiah, we shall go through tribulations. We shall even be brought up yo that Synagogue of Satan. But don't worry, for the Holy Spirit will speak on our behalf!Of all nations = that 1 world system, as described in Rev. 1310.                            Many = ChristiansOffended = stumble. The persecutions directed against the disciples in general shall in many cases result in overcoming their steadfastness and sapping their faith.Shall betray one another = To try to win favor with enemies and to secure their own safety in troublous times, Christians were found to inform against friends, and to deliver them up to the civil authorities. Tacitus notes instances of this degrading cowardice. "First those were seized who confessed that they were Christians; and then on their information a vast multitude was convicted" ("Ann.," 15:44). Shall hate one another = Dissensions in religion cause the most bitter hatred, the very opposite of that love which is the essence of Christianity. (John 15:17) Where one of a pagan family embraced Christianity, the convert was regarded as an outcast, and cut adrift from the nearest domestic ties. The reference in the text chiefly concerns contentions among professing Christians; we see such effects every day; they appear in every page of religious history; they have stained the annals of our own and every nation. Isaiah 8:15; ‘And many among them shall stumble, and fall, and be broken, and be snared, and be taken.' (By the way this ‘taken' is by the false messiah!) 11.  False prophets = (pseudoprophētai). Yahshua Messiah had warned against them in the Sermon on the Mount (Matt. 7:15). They are still coming!Join me as we go Chapter by Chapter, Verse by Verse, Unraveling the Words of Yahweh!Have any questions? Feel free to email me at utwoy@netzero.net

 Heb. 12:26-27 'Then [at Mount Sinai] His voice shook the earth, but now He has given a promise: Yet once more I will shake and make tremble not only the earth but also the [starry] heavens. Now this expression, Yet once more, indicates the final removal and transformation of all [that can be] shaken—that is, of that which has been created—in order that what cannot be shaken may remain and continue.'Have you ever heard a sermon explaining important Bible truths like the following? Cary K. Gordon  a Storm, a Message, a Bottle❖ Jesus warned everyone in His day not to buy into the poisonous political doctrines of King Herod Antipas in Mark 8:15.❖ The contents of the Sermon on the Mount (Matt. 5-7) were murder, adultery, divorce, oaths, retaliation, jurisprudence, charitable donations, justice, and so on.❖ Jesus used two national tragedies (one that was almost exclusively political) to forecast His own nation's political and spiritual disaster in Luke 13:1-5.❖ Jesus lucidly endorsed the right for a family victimized by murder of a loved one to receive proper justice in Mark 12:1-9.❖ Jesus did not hesitate to confront the Sanhedrin, who were the equivalent of legislative, executive, and judicial branches of government in His day.❖ Jesus warned Pilate that consequences were coming for his abuse of power in John 19:11.❖ Jesus's economic illustrations in Luke 19 were deliberately presented within the larger context of an unmistakable political scenario.❖ Jesus endorsed the obligation of civil government to severely punish criminal activity in Matthew 18:23-35.❖ Jesus was indicted by political rulers for political reasons, not the least of which His profound public impact which threatened corrupt government officials. 

     In our current section on case laws (Deut 19:1—26:19), we are considering how the nation of ancient Israel was to practice righteous living after they entered the land of Canaan (Deut 16:20), and how righteousness was measured by conformity to God's laws (Deut 6:24-25). In our current pericope on righteous living, Moses discusses property theft as well as the importance of legitimate witnesses in legal trials. In Deuteronomy 19:14, Moses expands on the eighth commandment, “You shall not steal” (Deut 5:19), and the tenth commandment, “You shall not covet” (Deut 5:21). And in Deuteronomy 19:15-21, Moses expands on the ninth commandment, “You shall not bear false witness against your neighbor” (Deut 5:20). If Israel would obey these laws, it would reflect God's righteous expectations for them.      Having discussed the need for cities of refuge in the previous pericope (Deut 19:1-13), Moses briefly turns to property rights and the need to protect boundaries. His mention of cities and roads refer to land (Deut 19:2-3), which might suggest why Moses inserts a comment about personal property. Moses said, “You shall not move your neighbor's boundary mark, which the ancestors have set, in your inheritance which you will inherit in the land that the LORD your God gives you to possess” (Deut 19:14). Solomon twice repeated this directive, saying, “Do not move the ancient boundary which your fathers have set” (Prov 22:28), and “Do not move the ancient boundary or go into the fields of the fatherless, 11 for their redeemer [גָּאַל gaal] is strong; he will plead their case against you” (Prov 23:10-11). This latter verse shows how the fatherless—or anyone who is weak—were vulnerable to exploitation and how God cared about their rights.      To move a boundary mark was to steal land from one's neighbor (Deut 5:19), which theft was predicated on coveting your neighbor's property (Deut 5:21). There was also a curse pronounced on one who moved a boundary mark (Deut 27:17). Under the Mosaic Law, property that was sold could be redeemed by a near kinsmen (gôʾēl), and if the person was too poor to redeem it, then it would automatically be restored at the year of Jubilee (Lev 25:23-28). This assumes the individual's right to own land and to manage that property as God expected. God would allocate the land to tribes based on their size (Num 26:52-56; cf., Num 34:13-29). Such a command not to move a boundary mark would be superfluous under socialistic or communistic ideologies. Karl Marx, in his Communist Manifesto, said, “The theory of the Communists may be summed up in the single sentence: Abolition of private property.”[1] This is contrary to the righteousness God expects of His people concerning the protection of other people's property, whether land or otherwise. God's directives are, “You shall not covet” (Deut 5:21), and “You shall not steal” (Deut 5:19).      Moses then shifts from discussing righteousness regarding property to righteousness regarding honesty about accusations against others in judicial proceedings. Moses said, “A single witness shall not rise up against a man on account of any iniquity or any sin which he has committed; on the evidence of two or three witnesses a matter shall be confirmed” (Deut 19:15). A single witness was insufficient to convict a person of any crime committed against another. The law demanded two or more witnesses before a case could advance. As mentioned previously, there was always the possibility that a wicked person would present a false charge against another, thus corrupting and weaponizing the judicial system for evil ends. Solomon wrote, “A false witness will not go unpunished, and he who tells lies will not escape” (Prov 19:5). The Lord had clearly forbidden this, saying, “You shall not bear false witness against your neighbor” (Deut 5:20). The two or three witness policy would mitigate against this sort of corruption.      Concerning judicial matters and the possibility of false charges, Moses said, “If a malicious witness rises up against a man to accuse him of wrongdoing, 17 then both the men who have the dispute shall stand before the LORD, before the priests and the judges who will be in office in those days” (Deut 19:16-17). The word malicious translates the Hebrew noun חָמָס chamas, which denotes violence or wrongdoing. Here, it refers to one who practices verbal violence toward another by falsely accusing him/her with the intent of causing harm by means of the judiciary. Such an accusation would first damage a person's reputation within the community—a form of cancel culture—and then before the courts. To “stand before the LORD” meant standing before His representatives, “the priests and the judges who will be in office in those days” (Deut 19:17b). The location of the priests and judges might be the central sanctuary—the tabernacle or temple—or perhaps one of the cities assigned to the Levites. Standing before the Lord's representatives was intended to help the accuser and the accused be mindful of God's presence which, in this case, pertained to legal matters. Interestingly, the reference to priests and judges showed no separation between religious and judicial matters. Furthermore, if the priests and judges were properly trained, they would know God's Word thoroughly and be qualified to administer it. Lastly, if they were themselves men of integrity, then God's laws would be upheld and righteousness would pursue. For this reason, a single witness was not regarded as sufficient for a trial to advance. Daniel Block states: "The demand for a plurality of witnesses is both reasonable and necessary. It is reasonable because it reduces the chance of mistaken verdicts, especially where verbal testimony is the only means by which to adjudicate a case. It is necessary because without it the judge is left to decide between two opinions—the voice of the accused or the voice of the witness—which raises the specter of prejudice and favoritism."[2]      When a charge is brought against someone concerning a particular crime, it was incumbent upon the judges to launch a full investigation into the matter. Moses said, “The judges shall investigate thoroughly, and if the witness is a false witness and he has accused his brother falsely, 19 then you shall do to him just as he had intended to do to his brother. Thus, you shall purge the evil from among you” (Deut 19:18-19). Judgment must always be suspended until evidence is found to prosecute. In this way, a person's innocence is maintained until evidence proves otherwise. In this scenario, if the investigation yields evidence that a false witness has falsely accused another, the judges were then required to administer punishment on the accuser as he intended to bring upon the innocent.      If the case were made public, it would have an impact on the community, as “The rest will hear and be afraid, and will never again do such an evil thing among you” (Deut 19:20). Here, punishment served as a deterrent for others who might be tempted to bring false charges and weaponize the courts for sinful purposes. It should be remembered that most criminals think in terms of risk versus reward, and if the risk of punishment exceeds the payoff, it lowers the risk of criminal behavior.      Moses then instructs, “Thus, you shall not show pity: life for life, eye for eye, tooth for tooth, hand for hand, foot for foot” (Deut 19:21). Here, Moses warns against showing pity toward criminals, as sentimentality must never override justice. Furthermore, in any society there may be a temptation to overreact at violations of the law and punish a wrongdoer more severely than his crime warranted. One can think of Lamech, who told his wives, “I have killed a man for wounding me; and a boy for striking me” (Gen 4:23). This was clearly an overreaction. Moses limits the punishment to fit the crime, saying, “life for life, eye for eye, tooth for tooth, hand for hand, foot for foot” (Deut 19:21b). This law has been called lex talionis, or the law of retaliation, which meant the punishment did not exceed the crime (cf., Ex 21:23-25; Lev 24:19-20). Warren Wiersbe states: "The sentence must be neither too strict nor too easy but must be suited to what the law demands and what the convicted criminal deserves. Honest judges don't give a murderer the same sentence they give the man who poisoned his neighbor's cat, nor is a shoplifter given the same punishment as a kidnapper. This judicial principle emphasized fairness and humane treatment at a time in history when punishments were terribly brutal."[3]      Justice should prevail, but in a constrained manner as the crime warrants. If Israel would obey this law, it would reflect God's righteous expectations for them (Deut 16:20), be for their good, and He would bless them for their obedience (Deut 6:24-25).      In 1 Kings 21:1-16 we have an example of property theft by means of false witnesses. The wicked King Ahab coveted the property of an Israelite named Naboth and offered to purchase it from him (1 Ki 21:1-2). However, Naboth refused Ahab's offer, citing God's Law as the reason, saying, “The LORD forbid me that I should give you the inheritance of my fathers” (1 Ki 21:3). Naboth was right to refuse King Ahab's offer, for the Mosaic Law revealed the land really belonged to God (Lev 25:23), and He forbid the permanent sale or transfer of land from one tribe to another (Num 36:7). This upset Ahab and he went home and pouted over the matter (1 Ki 21:4). But Jezebel, Ahab's wicked wife, conspired to get the land for him, and this by corrupt means (1 Ki 21:5-9), which included “two worthless men” who would “testify against him, saying, ‘You cursed God and the king'” (1 Ki 21:10a). The conspiracy included the leaders of the city who, after hearing the charges, were to take Naboth “and stone him to death” (1 Ki 21:10b). After the leaders of the city executed Jezebel's directives and killed Naboth (1 Ki 21:11-14), she advised her husband to go and take possession of the land, which he did (1 Ki 21:15-16). Afterwards, God called His prophet, Elijah, to confront Ahab for his murder and theft, and to pronounce judgment upon him for his crime against Naboth (1 Ki 21:17-22), which punishment included Ahab's death by means of military defeat in battle (1 Ki 22:34-38). Elijah also pronounced judgment upon Jezebel (1 Ki 21:23), and she died an ignoble death (2 Ki 9:30-37). Another example of lex talionis is seen in Haman, who was hanged on the gallows he intended for innocent Israelites (Est 7:9-10). Present Application      Christians should have a strong sense of justice derived from God and His Word. This means we should be honest toward others and speak truthfully, especially in a court of law. If attacked by another, it is valid to defend our rights under the law, just as the apostle Paul defended himself in Jerusalem when in a situation where he was about to be flogged by a Roman soldier, which might have killed him or crippled him for life. In that situation, Paul stood up for himself and exercised his legal rights as a Roman citizen, thus deterring unwarranted punishment (Acts 22:25-29).      However, on a personal level, there may be times when we voluntarily surrender our rights for the sake of peace (Rom 12:18). In Jesus' Sermon on the Mount, He told His disciples, “I say to you, do not resist an evil person; but whoever slaps you on your right cheek, turn the other to him also” (Matt 5:39). And Solomon wrote, “A man's discretion makes him slow to anger, and it is his glory to overlook an offense” (Prov 19:11). In these situations, a believer may voluntarily surrender his/her rights in order to maintain peace. Warren Wiersbe states: "When our Lord referred to the lex talionis in the Sermon on the Mount (Matt. 5:38–42), He wasn't talking about the official judicial system but how believers should deal with personal offenses and injuries. He didn't rescind the Old Testament Law, because He came to fulfill it (vv. 17–20); rather, He prohibited His followers from “paying back in kind” those who offend them or take advantage of them…Jesus exhorted us not to practice personal revenge but to leave such matters in the hand of God (Rom. 12:17–21). We're to imitate the Master and return good for evil, love for hatred, and sacrifice for selfishness (1 Peter 2:11–25)."[4]      Lastly, there may be times when human courts are unable or unwilling to execute justice in defense of innocent victims. In those moments, we must be careful not to act in a revengeful manner. Paul stated, “Never pay back evil for evil to anyone. Respect what is right in the sight of all men. If possible, so far as it depends on you, be at peace with all men. Never take your own revenge, beloved, but leave room for the wrath of God, for it is written, ‘Vengeance is mine, I will repay,' says the Lord.” (Rom 12:17-19). In such situations, God calls us to bring our concerns before the supreme court of heaven, trusting “the Judge of all the earth” will judge our case (Gen 18:25), for He “is a righteous judge, and a God who has indignation every day” (Psa 7:11). Jesus Himself is our example of One who brought His case before the Lord, as Peter wrote, “For you have been called for this purpose, since Christ also suffered for you, leaving you an example for you to follow in His steps, 22 who committed no sin, nor was any deceit found in His mouth; 23 and while being reviled, He did not revile in return; while suffering, He uttered no threats, but kept entrusting Himself to Him who judges righteously” (1 Pet 2:21-23). Where human courts may fail, God will take up the case and handle the matter in His time and way. It is our responsibility to conduct ourselves honorably in the face of unjust suffering and leave justice to the Lord.   [1] Karl Marx, The Communist Manifesto, (New Delhi, India, Digital Fire Publications, 2020), p 25. [2] Daniel I. Block, The NIV Application Commentary: Deuteronomy, (Grand Rapids, MI: Zondervan, 2012), 461. [3] Warren W. Wiersbe, Be Equipped, “Be” Commentary Series (Colorado Springs, CO: Chariot Victor Pub., 1999), 132–133. [4] Ibid., 133.

This is episode 5 of Rob's study on the Kingdom of God. In this study, Rob provides an overview of the Sermon on the Mount (Matt 5-7) and what it means for understanding the Kingdom of God today.  For a deeper dive into the Sermon on the Mount see Rob's presentation on YouTube:  Note Rob refers to Ezek 37 several times: that should have been Ezek 36!  Please "follow" this podcast, give a review on iTunes or Spotify and share it with others so that we can get the word of the Gospel of the Kingdom to more people!  Our goal is to keep these podcasts free of charge. I do not intend to ever hide them behind a paywall. I can only do this if those of you who have been blessed by them and can afford to give ($5, $10, $25, or more/month) do so. You can give a tax-deductible contribution by following this link. Please share this podcast and let others know about determinetruth.    If you have been blessed by this podcast and would like to see others benefit too, would you please consider giving a tax-deductible contribution to support determinetruth ministries and make possible future podcasts like this? You may give a tax-deductible gift by following this link   Good news: If you wish to view these podcasts on your smartphone through the Determinetruth app simply download the “tithe.ly church” app on your smartphone and insert “determinetruth” as the church name you wish to follow. Once it is loaded, simply click on the “blog” icon and they will automatically load.    If you would like to have Rob and/or Vinnie speak at your church or organization in person or via zoom, please let us know by filling out the contact info on the Contact me tab on this Rob's determinetruth site.

As Jesus enters Capernaum after a night of prayer and choosing his 12 apostles and preaching the sermon on the mount… Matt. 8:5–13, Luke 7:1-10.

Trust in the Lord always, for the Lord God is the eternal Rock. ~ Isaiah 26:4 (NLT) Many moons ago, we owned a home in a brand-new subdivision on a ridgeline that overlooked a bunch of farms. This subdivision was built on top of an old rock quarry. It made the foundation of the subdivision very strong, but also very irritating. You see, our house didn't come with any landscaping – no grass, no flower beds – just dirt. It was up to me to install the landscaping. We wanted half-an-acre of lawn which would require a sprinkler system. So, I began to carve ditches in the front and backyards to lay the sprinkler pipes. There was only one problem. I kept running into a lot of rock (Duh!). About every two feet, the ditch-making machine would jump and spark as a large rock was found. I would have to dig down and remove it by hand. A job that should have taken an afternoon took me three weekends. It was frustrating. It was infuriating. But, I eventually got the lines in. For homeowners, rock can be a source of peace and a source of frustration. It's no different when it comes to God. Yes, you read that correctly. God can be frustrating sometimes. As our verse today states, “the Lord God is the eternal Rock.” In other words, He is large and immoveable. Nothing can dislodge God once He has declared something. His immovability should give us peace. For example, when Jesus declared, “It is finished” from the cross, the work of salvation for humanity was complete. There is no one in the universe that can take that away. The Rock has spoken. The Rock is immovable. However, that same immovability can frustrate. For example, when Jesus preached His famous Sermon on the Mount (Matt. 5-7), He declared that even looking at another person with lust is the same as adultery. That truth can cause frustration for those of us who fall prey to that particular temptation. Note, the frustration isn't with the command. Rather, the frustration is with our inability to follow it. Yet, the command stands. The Rock has spoken. However, this frustration has a purpose. God is trying to turn a sinful human into a rock, just like Him. To do so, we need to learn how to be like a rock. I praise God for the firm foundation He creates in my life. And, I also praise Him for the frustration, because it means He is shaping me into a rock as well – immovable in my faith in Jesus Christ and His Kingdom.

12/3/20 1 Tim 1:8-11. As we continue in our study of the Sermon on the mount Matt 5:17, God is answering many of our questions regarding the use of the law for the believer in The Church today. Law came by Moses But Grace and Truth By Jesus Christ. So what is the use of law....today many say it (the law) is a rule of life. Pastor Dave answers this question in this message and more. Do we understand that self righteousness has no place in our life? What does it mean to be humble? May we have ears to hear and hearts to receive what God would have us know. May God Bless you as you listen. Read carefully I Tim 1:8-11.

Racism is incompatible with Christianity   This morning will be a warmup for when we gather Sunday for what we call Worship in the Round.    And I want to build out a part two application from the Sermon on the Mount (Matt. 5:13-16).   This...

John reads from the Sermon on the Mount (Matt 7) and reflects on the need for strong foundations for when the storm comes. This foundation comes through prayer.

As we begin our new series through the Sermon on the Mount (Matt. 5-7), we'll see that the blessed life is living the Kingdom Life in the present as we wait for the Kingdom's fulfillment in the future. We often see life in God's Kingdom as a burden to be endured rather than a blessing to be enjoyed. But with the Beatitudes, Jesus provides the encouragement we need to continue in the way of the Kingdom.

As we begin our new series through the Sermon on the Mount (Matt. 5-7), we'll see that the blessed life is living the Kingdom Life in the present as we wait for the Kingdom's fulfillment in the future. We often see life in God's Kingdom as a burden to be endured rather than a blessing to be enjoyed. But with the Beatitudes, Jesus provides the encouragement we need to continue in the way of the Kingdom.

As we begin our new series through the Sermon on the Mount (Matt. 5-7), we'll see that the blessed life is living the Kingdom Life in the present as we wait for the Kingdom's fulfillment in the future. We often see life in God's Kingdom as a burden to be endured rather than a blessing to be enjoyed. But with the Beatitudes, Jesus provides the encouragement we need to continue in the way of the Kingdom.

Feeling angry don't know why. Tune in as Major Ian explorers our disobedience, rebellion. Gen 4:1-8. Sermon On the Mount Matt 5:7. Numbers 20:11. Johna 1-4. Romans 7:18-20. Philip 2:19. Eph 4:26.Join us on Sundays at 9:30am for Small Groups(all ages).Sunday at 10:30am for Worship.  Tuesday Evening at 5:30pm for Family Fellowship(all ages).Friday Evening at 7:20 for Celebrate Recovery. The Salvation Army Red Shield Corps & Community Center 1515 W. North St, Anaheim CA 92801For more info our this sermon or on any of our weekly programs email us at:info@AnaheimRedShield.org

The Sermon on the Mount - Matt. 5-7 “The Greatest Sermon ever Preached.” Jesus has been teaching us what the kingdom heart looks like in practical, everyday situations. Matthew 5:38-42Personal Injury at the hand of others. We know this is...

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