Sermons on Matthew 5:1-17:

Enemies

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Solutions for Problems with ENEMIES Why should I love those who hate, abuse, and criticize me? We love because He first loved us.

Solutions for Problems with ENEMIES Why should I love those who hate, abuse, and criticize me? We love because He first loved us. (I Jn 5:19) And the Lord will help them and deliver them: He will deliver them from the wicked, and save them, because they trust in Him. (Psa. 37:40) They that hate ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How Jesus Overcame The Problems Of Poverty

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Many people wrestle everyday with grinding poverty.

Many people wrestle everyday with grinding poverty. Yet, Jesus did not allow people to use poverty as an excuse for failing to accomplish His purposes. Our Lord said, "Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven." (Matt. 5:6) The Savior knew that poverty could be a blessing, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Balanced Attributes Of God

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

FOCUSING ON THE BALANCED ATTRIBUTES OF GOD For the Right Brained Oriented - Personalized, Emotional, Subjective, & Intuitive Based Perspectives 1.

FOCUSING ON THE BALANCED ATTRIBUTES OF GOD For the Right Brained Oriented - Personalized, Emotional, Subjective, & Intuitive Based Perspectives 1. Enabler - Phil 2:13, I Pet. 4:11, Col. 1:29, Ruth 4:13 2. Everything that we Need- Psa 119, Phil. 4:17-19 3. Displeasure, Indignation, Anger, - Dt. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Focusing On The Balanced Attributes Of God

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

A famous hymn writer wrote, "Jesus my Savior, brother, friend, my prophet, priest and king.

A famous hymn writer wrote, "Jesus my Savior, brother, friend, my prophet, priest and king. My Lord, my life, my way, my end accept the praise I bring. Jesus, my Lord, my King, my hope, my power and everything. When I see Thee as Thou art, accept the praise I bring. When we are able to appreciate ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Bringing The Law To Life

Contributed by Duke Jeffries on Oct 18, 2000

A. INTRODUCTION 1.

A. INTRODUCTION 1. Our Summer Series for 1996 is part of the most carefully-studied and widely-known record of the teachings of Jesus Christ, Matthew 5 - 7, popularly (and, I think, unfortunately) known as "The S __ __ __ __ __ on the M __ __ __ __." Much of what this passage contains of Christ's ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:17-20

Youthful Hall Of Fame

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Everyone wants to be remembered for something great. Most people take an entire lifetime to merit entrance into the hall of fame. However, the Bible is filled with sterling examples of young people who earned hall of fame honors for their great faith. Do

Everyone wants to be remembered for something great. Most people take an entire lifetime to merit entrance into the hall of fame. However, the Bible is filled with sterling examples of young people who earned hall of fame honors for their great faith. Application: Do not wait until it is too late ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:14-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Why Jesus Warned People Against Being Flavorless

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Jesus cautioned people against being "good for nothing" because He wanted them to make an impact on their communities. Jesus said, "You are the salt of the earth, but if the salt loses its saltiness; how can it be made salty again?

Why Jesus Warned People Against Being Flavorless Illustration;Did you hear about the clever salesman who closed hundreds of sales with this line: "Let me show you something several of your neighbors said you couldn’t afford." Source Unknown. Let us present Christ as one who offers something no ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"When It's Good To Be Poor" Series

Contributed by Bruce Hamsher on Aug 6, 2002

It is only when we are poor in spirit that we can be rich in Him and His Righteousness.

“When It’s Good to be Poor” Matthew 5:3 Beatitudes - #1 Intro: Today we will begin a series on the Teachings of Jesus known as “The Beatitudes.” One would have a difficult in history, finding so few words spoken with so much meaning. The word “Beatitude” defined means “Supreme ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:3

Denomination: Mennonite

"Be Glad When You're Sad" Series

Contributed by Bruce Hamsher on Aug 6, 2002

It’s not until we understand the penalty of sin that we can fully appreciate the work of the Cross.

“Be Glad When You’re Sad” Matthew 5:4 Beatitudes - #2 Intro: Today, we continue our series from the Beatitudes. To refresh our minds, the word “Beatitude” means Supreme Blessedness, and the word “Blessed” means having a Spiritual Joy and Satisfaction that remains regardless of conditions. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:4

Denomination: Mennonite

"Meekness Is Not Weakness" Series

Contributed by Bruce Hamsher on Aug 6, 2002

A truly meek person quietly surrenders each day to the Lord without a big show.

“Meekness is not Weakness” Matthew 5:5 Beatitudes - #3 Intro: When’s the last time you heard someone say, “If you really want to succeed in life, try being meek?” Or, “If you want to rise to the top and get somewhere in life, display a lot of meekness along the way?” Meekness ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:5

Denomination: Mennonite

"What's On The Menu?" Series

Contributed by Bruce Hamsher on Aug 6, 2002

Spiritually, what do you hunger and thirst for?

“What’s On The Menu?” Matthew 5:6 Beatitudes - #4 Intro: (T-giving meal - Eat, eat, eat and get hungry again - Fills us temporarily) Mt. 5:6 says, “Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be filled.” In this context, to “hunger and thirst” means ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:6

Denomination: Mennonite

"We Don't Get What We Deserve" Series

Contributed by Bruce Hamsher on Aug 6, 2002

True mercy is compassion that goes into action.

“We Don’t Get What We Deserve” Matthew 5:7 Beatitudes - #5 Intro: (My Court Date - Guilty - Judge showed Mercy - Didn’t get what I Deserved) Today, we look at Beatitude #5 which states, “Blessed are the merciful, for they will be shown mercy.” First of all, let’s look at what MERCY is ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:7

Denomination: Mennonite

"Beneath The Surface" Series

Contributed by Bruce Hamsher on Aug 6, 2002

A look at ourselves through the eyes of our heart.

“Beneath The Surface” Matthew 5:8 Beatitudes - #6 Intro: If Jesus came to your home today to spend a day or two If He came unexpectedly, I wonder what you’d do? I know you’d give your nicest room to such an honored Guest, And all the food you’d serve to him would be the very ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:8

Denomination: Mennonite

"The Peacemaker" Series

Contributed by Bruce Hamsher on Aug 6, 2002

Jesus saw us in our "war" and in His Compassion, He longed to bring us "peace."

“The Peacemaker” Matthew 5:9 Beatitudes - #7 Intro: (Local Festival Rumble - Confrontation - Threw some weak punches - Went Home I was young - Didn’t make much sense to me) As I grew up, I realized that many people did not live “at peace” with each other. Kids vs. Kids; Kids ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:9

Denomination: Mennonite

"The Paradox Of Persecution" Series

Contributed by Bruce Hamsher on Aug 6, 2002

How to recognize spiritual persecution as a blessing.

“The Paradox of Persecution” Matthew 5:10-12 Beatitudes - #8 Intro: It is safe to say that if you follow and are obedient to the progression of the Beatitudes, you will experience some sort of persecution. -If you are “Poor in Spirit” people will think you are being ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:10-12

Denomination: Mennonite