Sermons on 2nd Beatitude:

The Lamb Slain From The Foundation

Contributed by John Gaston on Oct 19, 2024

Jesus’ sacrifice on Calvary didn’t just happen 2,000 years ago, but before time began. He's the Lamb slain from before time. Today, His blood is still speaking. In Rev. 5 He's seen as a wounded Lamb & in His 2nd Coming wears a vesture dipped in blood!

THE LAMB SLAIN FROM THE FOUNDATION Rev. 13:8 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. I heard a funny story about the dangers of falling asleep in church. One man said, 2. “I fell asleep in church. Then I heard someone say, ‘Stand Up!’ So I stood up and people began to clap. Then the Pastor said, ‘Who else ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 13:8, Hebrews 12:24

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Happiness In Mourning...say What? Series

Contributed by Chip Monck on Feb 26, 2008

The Beatitudes paint a counter-culture picture of the character of a Christian. Blessing is found in poverty of spirit, and in mourning. Doesn’t seem possible, but it’s a truth that Jesus taught in His Sermon on the Mount.

Here we go. The Sermon on the Mount covers three chapters in the book of Matthew. Chapters five through seven. In chapter five Jesus teaches us about the? Law of God. Chapter six is about living in the? Presence of God. And Chapter seven will walk us through the? Judgment of God. But ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:4

Denomination: Wesleyan

"Gain The Proper Perspective On Suffering” Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Apr 27, 2009

If one is going to live according to the principles & promises laid out here by our Lord in the beatitudes, he will suffer rejection from the world. Yet, through it all, he can be doubly blessed.

In the Beatitudes, Jesus describes the qualities found in the lives of those who are truly happy. Not in the temporary, circumstantial sense which the world talks about, but in the eternal, ultimate sense which the world knows nothing about. He tells us that true happiness comes when one gains the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:10-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Wealth Of Poverty Series

Contributed by Timothy Smith on Jun 24, 2006

1st sermon in an 8 part series on the Beatitudes. This series challenges us to "Shift" our thinking in what really brings true happiness. (*Refreshed with some rewrite in 8/08. PowerPoint and Video Clips available on request.)

SHIFT -WEEK 1 THE WEALTH OF POVERTY Matthew 5:1-3, Luke 18:18-23 INTRODUCTION TO SERIES: For the majority of people, Christian and non-Christian alike, the popular idea of finding happiness is based on having the right circumstances. It is what one preacher calls, "When & Then thinking." ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-3

Denomination: Christian Church

Christian Challenge Sermon Iii: Making Changes For The Better Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Dec 11, 2019

In times like these, Christian influence changes life for the better and makes a distinct difference in the lives of others, except when it comes to breaking the law. Honor God's Commandments!

CHRISTIAN CHALLENGE SERMON IV: MAKING CHANGES FOR THE BETTER Have you, like me, ever been at odds with the law - for example: Have you ever been ticketed for a traffic violation? How did you handle your lawlessness? Stopped by a police officer for not coming to a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:17-20, Matthew 5:21-26

Hungering For Righteousness

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Jun 4, 2021

If a person does not hunger for physical food they probably will not take time to eat and will die. If a person does not hunger for spiritual food they probably will not take time for spiritual food and will die spiritually. So, why don't we spend more time feasting on God's Word?

Hungering For Righteousness Please stand with me as we go over our current memory Scripture: Matthew 5:6-8 “Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they shall be filled. Blessed are the merciful, for they shall be shown mercy. Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-12, Philippians 3:4-6, John 3:16, Matthew 22:37-38, John 14:23-24, Jonah 4:5-9, Deuteronomy 30:19-20  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Nazarene

Living The Kingdom Life Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jan 10, 2025

The Sermon on the Mount, found in Matthew chapters 5 to 7, reveals the heart of kingdom living. Jesus calls us to live differently — to embrace values that are countercultural, radical, and life-giving.

Living the Kingdom Life Introduction Today, we are diving into one of the most profound and transformative teachings of Jesus: The Sermon on the Mount. Found in Matthew chapters 5 to 7, this sermon reveals the heart of kingdom living. As we explore this message, we will see how Jesus calls us to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:3-12, Matthew 5:13-16, Matthew 5:17-20, Matthew 6:25-34, Matthew 7:24-27, Psalm 34:18, Colossians 4:6, Ezekiel 36:26-27, Philippians 4:6-7, James 1:22  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Hearts Directed Into God's Love

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Feb 14, 2021

Today is Valentine's Day. The day we celebrate love. So what better day could there be to focus on the love and heart of God? Doing a search on the phrase, God's love, took me to 2nd Thess. 3:5. Let's see what it means to have our hearts directed into God's love.

HEARTS DIRECTED INTO GOD'S LOVE Today is Valentine's Day. The day we celebrate love. 'Tis the season where you see red hearts everywhere. So what better day could there be to focus on the love and heart of God? When I did a bible search on the phrase, God's love, the first verse ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 3:5, 1 John 2:5, John 14:15, Proverbs 3:5-6, 1 John 4:19, 1 John 4:12, 1 Corinthians 3:13, Galatians 5:6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Blessing Of Brokeness Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jun 4, 2004

Jesus’ followers are to submit to His Lordship and do His will. If we are to submit ourselves to the Lord, we must begin with a broken, teachable spirit. That teachable spirit is described for us in the "beautiful words," the Beatitudes"

The Blessing of Brokeness (Matt. 5:1-6?) Intro 1. We all have our dreaded moments: medical tests, standing on the scale, childbirth, sea-sickness, nursing home…. 2. One of my dreaded moments is beginning right now—preaching through the Sermon on the Mount…. 3. The Sermon on the Mount contains ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-6

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Burden Of The Cross Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 12, 2021

In this last beatitude Jesus provides His disciples with a defensive weapon to penetrate the fog of persecution. He promises great reward in heaven to those who will press on in the dark, knowing the light is still shining beyond.

Florence Chadwick was the first woman ever to swim the difficult and cold 21 mile stretch of water between Catalina Island and the California coast. She failed on her first attempt because of poor vision. After 15 hours and 55 minutes of numbing cold she asked to be taken out of the water. A ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:10-12

Let Your Light Shine Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Jan 12, 2023

Jesus taught the beatitudes as the hallmark of the followers of Christ. But how they can relate to the world? Jesus never intended for an isolated and exclusive community but he rather wanted to reach the whole world with his message of love.

Text: Matthew 5:14-16 Theme: Let your Light Shine Introduction: I was amused to see the reflectors on the highways in the early days of night travel. The reflector was first invented in 1917 by Henry Chrétien to provide the army with a communication system the enemy could not intercept. in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:14-16

Denomination: Methodist

How To Find Happiness Series

Contributed by Bob Marcaurelle on Mar 14, 2023

People want their happiness more than anything else. God wants our holiness more than anything else. If we seek a holy life as spelled out in the beatitudes, we will find happiness.

THE SECRET OF HAPPINESS - GOODNESS, SERVICE AND HOPE “Blessed (happy, to be envied) are you who mourn, etc… Matt. 5:3 / Luke 6:20 We are all searching for the same thing. Some seek it by getting married, and others by staying single. Some turn to God to find it, and others turn away. Some seek ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Sermon On The Mount (Part Four) Series

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Sep 3, 2019

Today we finish up the beatitudes. They all work together-being poor in spirit causes me to have godly sorrow. Being meek allows me to be merciful and thus-a peacemaker. If I hunger and thirst for righteousness I will be pure in heart. All of these are important in dealing with persecution.

THE SERMON ON THE MOUNT (part four) Matt. 5:10-12 Today we finish up the beatitudes. And in looking at them I can see how they all work together-Being poor in spirit causes me to mourn (have godly sorrow). Being meek (kind, gentle and humble) allows me to be merciful. If I hunger and thirst for ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:10-12, 1 Peter 2:19-21, Luke 17:20-21, 1 Corinthians 4:11-13, 1 Peter 4:12-16, Hebrews 10:32-36, Hebrews 11:36-38  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Do I Vote For The Colour Of Their Tie, Or The Colour Of Their Character?

Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on May 1, 2010

With the UK General Election only 4 days away I am not telling people who to vote for but I want people to vote, and to vote for men and women who display the Beatitudes - the Beautiful Attitudes of Jesus.

What are you looking for in your local Member of Parliament, or your local Town Councillor? Is it the colour of their tie; or is it the colour of their character? In our first Bible reading this morning we heard an extract from a letter written by St. Paul to his apprentice Timothy. He was ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-12

Denomination: Anglican

Series Introduction Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Aug 18, 2021

When someone mentions the Sermon on the Mount, most immediately think of the Beatitudes. That was the introduction of the message, but if that is all we take away from this powerful message, we have missed much truth and benefit for our lives.

Series Introduction Matthew 5: 1-2 I would like to begin laying the groundwork for a series of messages I hope to preach on The Sermon on the Mount. I think we would all agree that Jesus was the greatest preacher to ever open the pages of God’s Word and expound upon a passage. In chapters 5-7 of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-2

Denomination: Baptist