Sermons on Matthew (Page 5)
Real Christianity: The Sermon on the Mount #12: Right Relationships
If you want to please God, you must do all you can to pursue peace with other Christians. Matthew 5:23-24 – “Therefore, if you are offering your gift at the altar and there remember that your brother or sister has something against you, leave your gift there in front of the altar. First go…
Real Christianity: The Sermon on the Mount #11: The Sin of Hate & Anger Among Christians
Hate in all its forms is serious sin Matthew 5:21-22 – You have heard that it was said to the people long ago, ‘You shall not murder, and anyone who murders will be subject to judgment.’ But I tell you that anyone who…
Real Christianity: The Sermon on the Mount #10: Real Righteousness
Primary point one is: Our positional righteousness is perfect because of Christ’s sacrifice. Primary point two is: Our practical righteousness is greater because of the Spirit’s power. Matthew 5:20 – For I tell you that unless your righteousness surpasses that of the Pharisees and the…
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