Sermons on Matthew (Page 5)
Real Christianity: The Sermon on the Mount#9: The Changing Authority of the OT
Matthew 5:17-18 – Do not think that I have come to abolish the Law or the Prophets; I have not come to abolish them but to fulfill them. 18 For truly I tell you, until heaven and earth disappear, not the smallest letter, not the least stroke of a pen, will by any means disappear…
Real Christianity: There Sermon on the Mount #8: You Are the Salt & Light of the World
God expects you to be a unique example of holiness and love in the lives of unbelievers around you. Matt 5:13-16 – “You are the salt of the earth. But if the salt loses its saltiness, how can it be made salty again? It…
How “Social” is the Gospel? – Pt 2
The Holy Spirit is always working through your kindness. Matthew 5:11-16 – Blessed are you when people insult you, persecute you and falsely say all kinds of evil against you because of me. Rejoice and be glad, because great is your reward in heaven, for in the same way they persecuted the prophets who were before you. You are the salt of the earth. But if the salt…
A Seed Sown in Galilee
To an Authentic Christian, The Gospel is Good News to the intellect, affections, and will. Matthew 13:1-23 – That same day Jesus went out of the house and sat by the lake. Such large crowds gathered around him that he got into a boat and sat in it, while all the people stood on the shore. Then he told them many things in parables, saying: “A farmer went out to sow…
Being Serious about Christ’s Great Commission at New Life
New Life is serious about pursuing Christ’s Great Commission. Matt 28:18-20 – Jesus came and told his disciples, “I have been given all authority in heaven and on earth. Therefore, go and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and the Son and the Holy…
#4: Understanding Endtime Christianity Helps Us Appreciate Our Eternal Promises
#4: Understanding Endtime Christianity Helps Us Appreciate Our Eternal Promises Matthew 24
Real Christianity: The Sermon on the Mount #3: Real Christianity is fighting for happiness.
Real Christianity is fighting for our happiness now, by focusing on what we will experience on the New Earth, in spite of the hardships we face on this Earth. Matthew 5:3 – God blesses those who are poor and realize…
Real Christianity: The Sermon on the Mount #2: Real Christianity is feeling Happy.
#2: Real Christianity is feeling happy Matt 4:23 – Jesus traveled throughout the region of Galilee, teaching in the synagogues and announcing the Good News about the Kingdom. And he healed every kind of disease and illness.
Real Christianity: The Sermon on the Mount #1: How should we preach the word?
Jesus taught topically, practically, and with repetition.