Introduction to the greatest sermon ever spoken: Jan 25, 2017 1
Introduction Often called the Magna Carta of Jesus : (Constitution) Don t think I ve come to abolish the Law or the Prophets: I have not come to abolish them but to fulfill them. Matt 5:17 I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full. John 10:10 The Greatest Sermon ever Spoken. Sermon on the Mount - The Greatest Sermon ever Spoken 2
Sea of Galilee Introduction: Location & Setting Sermon on the Mount - The Greatest Sermon ever Spoken 3
Introduction: A Mountain or a Plain? Sermon on the Mount: Matt 5:1 he went up on the mountainside Sermon on the Plain: Luke 6: 17 he went down with them and stood on a level place. From the mountain From the plain Sermon on the Mount - The Greatest Sermon ever Spoken 4
Introduction: One sermon or many? Scholars differ If we have faith in God, does this argument matter? For prophecy never had its origin in the human will, but prophets, though human, spoke from God as they were carried along by the Holy Spirit. 2 Pt1: 21 View from Gennesaret: West looking Northeast Sermon on the Mount - The Greatest Sermon ever Spoken 5
Introduction: What is the Kingdom? From that time on, Jesus began to preach, Repent for the Kingdom of Heaven is near. Matt 4:17 Kingdom of Heaven mentioned 8x by Jesus in SoM Entered w/new birth (born of water & spirit)- John 3:1-7 References to the Kingdom Present & the Kingdom to Come The Kingdom is a group of people with God s heart - set aside for His purpose i.e. The Church. 5:1-16 Beatitudes & Salt and Light 6
Introduction: The Outline 1. The character of Kingdom citizens (5:1-16) The Beatitudes & Salt and Light 2. The heart and intent of the Law (5:17-48) You have heard it said passages 3. The Kingdom lifestyle (6:1-34) Giving, Prayer/Fasting, Treasures, & Do Not Worry 4. True discernment (7:1-29) SoM more than Beatitudes Proper Judgement, Narrow Path, True/False Disciples, & Wise/ Foolish Builders 7
Intro: 1) Character of Kingdom Citizens 5:1-16 Beatitudes & Salt and Light 8
Intro: 2) The heart & intent of the Law 5:17-48 The heart of the Law Fulfilled 9
Intro: 3) The Kingdom Lifestyle 6:1-34 Kingdom Thinking 4) True Discernmen t Begins 10
Intro: 4) True Discernment 7:1-29 Sober & Keen Judgement 11
Intro: 1) Character of Kingdom Citizens Beatitudes: The Be Attitudes Latin => Beatus meaning Blessed Blessed => Markarios closest English word is Happy Joy that accompanies a responsibility Wholeness that is unaffected by outward circustances Counter Cultural 5:1-16 Beatitudes & Salt and Light 12
Intro: 1) Character of Kingdom Citizens Progressive flow: Poor in Spirit => Those who mourn => Meek => Hunger & Thirst for Righteousness => Merciful => Pure in Heart => Peacemakers => The Persecuted Becoming Christ like increases our faith and makes us more useful to the Master Now I can be the Salt & the Light 5:1-16 Beatitudes & Salt and Light 13
Intro: 2) The heart & intent of the Law Matt 5:17 Do not think I have come to abolish the Law or the Prophets but to fulfill them Jews placed equal importance on all commands Birds Nest (Deut. 22:6-7) vs Honoring one s Parents (Ex. 20:16) Both State: so that it may go well w/you & you ll have long days Teachers interpreted as eternal life Life & Times Historical Bible Pg. 1303 5:17-48 The heart of the Law Fulfilled 14
Intro: 2) The heart & intent of the Law Matt 5:18 not the smallest stroke of the pen Smallest Hebrew Letter: Yod Fulfill is to complete or fully satisfy the Law is holy,, righteous and good. Romans 7:12 Rom 8:3-4 Law weakened by our flesh but God sent his Son So how did Jesus do it? He captured God s heart & intent. 5:17-48 The heart of the Law Fulfilled 15
Intro: 2) The heart & intent of the Law Jesus said You have heard it said : Commandments/Laws Thou shalt not murder - can t stay angry Thou shalt not commit adultery - can t even look lustfully Thou shalt not divorce his wife only for marital unfaithfulness Don t break your oath let your yes be yes and your no be no Eye for an eye & tooth for a tooth turn the other cheek Love your neighbor & hate your enemies no love your enemies In this, the Law will be fulfilled & Grace will abound 5:21-48 The heart of the Law Fulfilled 16
Intro: 2) The heart & intent of the Law Romans 7 We re released from the Law & bound to Christ Gal 3:23-25 The Law was our guardian until Christ came Jesus modeled what his Kingdom citizens ought to be: Poor in Spirit, Mourn, Meek, Merciful, Pure in Heart, Peacemaker, & Persecuted Jesus modeled the fulfillment of the Law Kingdom citizens must follow: Unless your righteousness surpasses that of the Pharisees Matt 5:20 5:21-48 The heart of the Law Fulfilled 17
Intro: 2) The heart & intent of the Law The Fulfillment of the Law: Matt 5:48 48 Be perfect, therefore, as your heavenly Father is perfect. Our Theme Verse Only by Grace!!!! 5:17-48 The heart of the Law Fulfilled 18
Intro: 3) The Kingdom Lifestyle 1. Those understanding Grace will live for the Father Giving, Prayer/Fasting, Treasures, & Do Not Worry 2. Knowing your citizenship is in Heaven will guide your thinking and your choices Money, time, relationships, focus, goals, & priorities 6:1-34 Kingdom Thinking 19
Intro: 4) True Discernment 1. Proper Judgement: He views others as he wants to be viewed 2. Golden Rule: Do unto others as you would have them do unto you Matt 7:12 3. Narrow Path: Not all roads lead to Heaven 4. True & False Disciples - True & False Prophets: 5. Wise and Foolish Builders 7:1-29 Sober & Keen Judgement 20
Introduction: Schedule Church Midweek Rhythm: 1 st Wednesday: All Church (AC) Simple Suppers are likely 2 nd Wednesday: Men & All Teens (M) 3 rd Wednesday: Women & All Teens (W) 4 th & 5th Wednesdays: Family Group (FG) When 5 th is required 21
Introduction: Schedule The Beatitudes: --------- ------ 2- The Poor In Spirit Sun 1/29 Sun 3- Those Who Mourn Wed 2/1 AC 4- The Meek Sun 2/05 Sun 5- Those Who Hunger & Thirst Wed 2/08 M 6- The Merciful Sun 2/12 Sun 5R: Those Who Hunger & Thirst Wed 2/15 W 7- The Pure in Heart Sun 2/19 Sun 26- Wise & Foolish Builders Sun 5/21 Sun Jeopardy Fun Night Wed 5/31 W 22
Getting The Most From the SOM Series 1. Scripture 2. Observation 3. Application 4. Prayer Practical guidance please put into practice for the sake of unity!