Matthew 5
The Sermon On The Mount • Sermon • Submitted
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The Sermon On The Mount
The Sermon On The Mount
The Chronological Life of Christ How Shall We Approach the Sermon on the Mount?
(1) It calls to the church. This is kingdom talk. It is a literal code of Christian ethics (Mt 7:24, 26). In this vein, it provides real guidelines for citizens of the kingdom to relate to citizens of this world who reject the truth (Mt 5:11–12).
(2) It points to heaven. It was given under the dispensation of the law, but it has the end in sight. It is an attempt to bring the ethics of the kingdom of heaven down to earth at all times. In addition, the citizens of the kingdom are in development—conformity to the image of Christ. This task will only be completed in eternity. In the meantime, there is a sense of urgency about the moral stands of Christians.
(3) It pierces your soul. It penetrates to the heart and attitude. This goes deeper than mere behavior or conformity to a standard. Jesus wants a changed person, not just a legalistic moralist.
(4) It cries for Calvary. Jesus’ words create tension between what ought to be and what is. Although Calvary pays the price for this tension, it does not solve it. That is, the Christian is still called to live a life of moral excellence, diminishing, as much as possible, this gulf between the ideal and the actual.
(5) It requires reality. This sermon is radical and in some instances hyperbolic. Although it is intended to shock, and must be exegeted accordingly, that does not give us the right to tone it down or explain it away. Our only goal is to understand the words and expectations of Jesus and live accordingly.
(6) It pictures Jesus. Here is a clear glimpse into the behavior and ethics of Jesus. The sermon is indeed a portrait of him. He alone lived it, therefore he is the true content of the Sermon on the Mount.
When he saw the crowds, he went up the mountain. After he sat down his disciples came to him. Then he began to teach them by saying:
The Beatitudes
The Beatitudes
“Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.
Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted.
Blessed are the meek, for they will inherit the earth.
Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be filled.
Blessed are the merciful, for they will be shown mercy.
Blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God.
Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God.
Blessed are those who are persecuted because of righteousness, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.
“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.
Reflecting God’s work in the world, on you
Reflecting God’s work in the world, on you
“You are the salt of the earth. But if the salt loses its saltiness, how can it be made salty again? It is no longer good for anything, except to be thrown out and trampled underfoot.
“You are the light of the world. A town built on a hill cannot be hidden.
Neither do people light a lamp and put it under a bowl. Instead they put it on its stand, and it gives light to everyone in the house.
In the same way, let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven.
“Be” Attitude
“Be” Attitude
You should have the same attitude toward one another that Christ Jesus had,
who, though he existed in the form of God, did not regard equality with God as something to be grasped,
but emptied himself by taking on the form of a slave, by looking like other men, and by sharing in human nature.
He humbled himself, by becoming obedient to the point of death —even death on a cross!
Six Contrasts:
Six Contrasts:
1. Holier Than Thou (picking on Pharisees again)
1. Holier Than Thou (picking on Pharisees again)
“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.
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 from the Law until everything is accomplished.
Therefore anyone who sets aside one of the least of these commands and teaches others accordingly will be called least in the kingdom of heaven, but whoever practices and teaches these commands will be called great in the kingdom of heaven.
For I tell you that unless your righteousness surpasses that of the Pharisees and the teachers of the law, you will certainly not enter the kingdom of heaven.
2. Don’t be like a Pharisee when it comes to anger
2. Don’t be like a Pharisee when it comes to anger
“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 is angry with a brother or sister, will be subject to judgment. Again, anyone who says to a brother or sister, ‘Raca,’ is answerable to the court. And anyone who says, ‘You fool!’ will be in danger of the fire of hell.
“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 and be reconciled to them; then come and offer your gift.
“Settle matters quickly with your adversary who is taking you to court. Do it while you are still together on the way, or your adversary may hand you over to the judge, and the judge may hand you over to the officer, and you may be thrown into prison.
Truly I tell you, you will not get out until you have paid the last penny.
3. Don’t be like a Pharisee in matters of the flesh
3. Don’t be like a Pharisee in matters of the flesh
“You have heard that it was said, ‘You shall not commit adultery.’
But I tell you that anyone who looks at a woman lustfully has already committed adultery with her in his heart.
If your right eye causes you to stumble, gouge it out and throw it away. It is better for you to lose one part of your body than for your whole body to be thrown into hell.
And if your right hand causes you to stumble, cut it off and throw it away. It is better for you to lose one part of your body than for your whole body to go into hell.
4. Don’t be like the Pharisees in Matters of marriage and divorce
4. Don’t be like the Pharisees in Matters of marriage and divorce
“It has been said, ‘Anyone who divorces his wife must give her a certificate of divorce.’
But I tell you that anyone who divorces his wife, except for sexual immorality, makes her the victim of adultery, and anyone who marries a divorced woman commits adultery.
5. Don’t be like the Pharisees in regards to your word
5. Don’t be like the Pharisees in regards to your word
“Again, you have heard that it was said to the people long ago, ‘Do not break your oath, but fulfill to the Lord the vows you have made.’
But I tell you, do not swear an oath at all: either by heaven, for it is God’s throne;
or by the earth, for it is his footstool; or by Jerusalem, for it is the city of the Great King.
And do not swear by your head, for you cannot make even one hair white or black.
All you need to say is simply ‘Yes’ or ‘No’; anything beyond this comes from the evil one.
6. Not like them, but more like Him - Love.
6. Not like them, but more like Him - Love.
“You have heard that it was said, ‘Eye for eye, and tooth for tooth.’
But I tell you, do not resist an evil person. If anyone slaps you on the right cheek, turn to them the other cheek also.
And if anyone wants to sue you and take your shirt, hand over your coat as well.
If anyone forces you to go one mile, go with them two miles.
Give to the one who asks you, and do not turn away from the one who wants to borrow from you.
“You have heard that it was said, ‘Love your neighbor and hate your enemy.’
But I tell you, love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you,
that you may be children of your Father in heaven. He causes his sun to rise on the evil and the good, and sends rain on the righteous and the unrighteous.
If you love those who love you, what reward will you get? Are not even the tax collectors doing that?
And if you greet only your own people, what are you doing more than others? Do not even pagans do that?
Be perfect, therefore, as your heavenly Father is perfect.