Sermons on Mattityahu 5:19:

Let Your Light Shine! Series

Contributed by Jonathan Kruschel on Feb 24, 2020

This Old Testament account of Joshua and the Israelites reflects what Jesus teachings in his Sermon on the Mount from Matthew 5:13-20

You had such good intentions, BUT… fill in the blank. Good intentions to exercise more regularly, to stick to that diet, to save more money, to be more patient, to study more for that upcoming test, to go to Bible study. You had such good intentions, BUT… fill in the blank with whatever it was ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 24:14-24, Matthew 5:13-20

Denomination: Lutheran

What Makes Jesus' Yoke Light? (Matthew 11:1-30) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Feb 7, 2022

Jesus' expectations are high (Matthew 5-7). So how can he say his yoke is a light burden? Jesus' yoke is not optional, and not secondary. You come to Jesus, in part, by taking on his yoke.

What makes Jesus' yoke light? (Matthew 11:1-30) We were doing family devotions the other night, and I was so proud of two of them, and found their insights so helpful, that I thought I'd sidetrack for a week and just make a record of this for myself. And the best way I know to do that, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:1-30, Matthew 5:17-48, Matthew 6:19-34, Matthew 7:21-29

A New Heart For A Fresh Start

Contributed by Jack Perkins, D.min., Ladc, Csac, Cclc on Feb 22, 2022

Jesus’ teaching and ministry was a way of reframing the use of Scripture. The Scribes had made notes that were superimposed on Scripture. Jesus holds before us a new way of living life. One based on mercy, grace, and love. Jesus modeled the heart and intent of God.

As a child we would attempt to salvage anything and everything. The house I remember from early childhood was an interesting building. When my mother wanted to clean the floor, she would pour water on the floor, scrub it with a broom, and the water would drain through the floor. The first home ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:1-28, Matthew 5:17-20, 2 Corinthians 5:17, Romans 11:6, Matthew 11:28  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Life Unwasted

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Mar 23, 2022

When human beings ignore the law of God, set up for our benefit, laid down so that human families and societies will be places to grow and prosper, everything is constantly on the verge of utter disorder.

A Life Unwasted The other evening I was watching an old movie, and by that I mean from the eighties of the last century. It wasn’t particularly good, but it dramatized a lot about the culture of Washington, DC residents living at the top of the socio-economic heap at the time. One of the ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 4:1-9, Matthew 5:17-19, Genesis 1:2

Denomination: Catholic

Shine, Honor - The Commands Of Jesus Part 3 Series

Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on Mar 23, 2022

In this message, Dr. Vorce speaks about how to let our lights shine in a dark world and how to honor God's Word in a Woke Society.

SHINE, HONOR I. LET YOUR LIGHT SHINE-MATTHEW 5:14-16 The emphasis here is on the ministry of Christian character. Actions speak louder than words. A. As Christians, our lights transmit God's glory to a dark world! 1. Shining requires that we take our faith seriously! 2. They are ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:14-16, Matthew 5:17-19, Matthew 28:18-20

Denomination: Church Of God

How Not To Obey The Law

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Aug 27, 2021

There is a right way to obey the Law of God and a wrong way to obey the Law of God. We see examples of both in the Bible and we have clear instruction as how we should live within the Law.

How NOT to Obey The Law Please stand with me as we go over our current memory Scripture: Matthew 5:9-12 “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 ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:20, Malachi 4:4, James 2:8, Galatians 5:14, Romans 13:8-10, Matthew 22:37-40, Matthew 5:17-19, Romans 6:23, Matthew 23:25-27, John 8:34, Deuteronomy 5:16, Deuteronomy 22:6-7, Exodus 23:12, Exodus 20:8-11, Deuteronomy 30:15-20, Matthew 5:17-48  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Nazarene

Christ: The Fulfillment Of The Law Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Sep 22, 2021

One cannot have a right relationship with God apart from His righteousness and righteousness is only obtained through the only begotten Son. Once that righteousness is obtained through salvation in Christ, we are obligated to live according to the standard that God’s righteousness demands.

Christ: The Fulfillment of the Law Matthew 5: 17-20 As we continue our study in this powerful message Jesus preached, we come to a definite shift in His message. He has dealt with the blessedness of life in the Beatitudes and the responsibility of believers as the salt of the earth and the light ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:17-20

Denomination: Baptist

Living In The Kingdom Part 6 Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Nov 13, 2021

In part 6 of this series we examine what Jesus said about fulfilling the Law. This is Part A of this message and Part B will focus on why Jesus had the authority to fulfill the Law.

Living In The Kingdom 6 Scripture: Matthew 5:17-20; Hebrews 10:12; Galatians 3:24-25 This morning we are continuing our study of Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount and today we are going to be focusing on Matthew 5:17-20. When I initially wrote this message, there was too much information to be covered ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:17-20, Hebrews 10:12, Galatians 3:24-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Spirit Of Murder Series

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Nov 3, 2021

Jesus said that He did not come to abolish the law or the prophets. What did He mean? What did He mean by the spirit of murder? Let's look at that topic in the Sermon on the Mount.

Jesus said that He did not come to abolish the law or the prophets. What did He mean? These were the two main divisions of the Hebrew Scriptures. So then, the Old Testament will not be abolished, but fulfilled. What does fulfill mean. It can’t mean abolish, because Jesus said that He did not come ...read more

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

Denomination: Baptist

09. The Word, The Law, & The Believer Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Apr 5, 2023

What is the relationship to the Law & Prophets and the Believer

Dr. Bradford Reaves Crossway Christian Fellowship Hagerstown, MD www.mycrossway.org We’ve come to a transition in Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount. Remember that Jesus is preaching this sermon to the multitudes of people on the hillside near the Sea of Galilee. He is introducing the Jewish people to the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:17-20

Denomination: Brethren

Jesus And The Law.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on May 2, 2023

Think not that I am come to destroy the law, or the prophets: I am not come to destroy, but to fulfil.

JESUS AND THE LAW. Matthew 5:17-26. MATTHEW 5:17. Jesus’ statement is emphatic: - “Think not that I am come to destroy the law, or the prophets: I am not come to destroy, but to fulfil.” The righteousness of God is the Lord Jesus Christ. He is the end of the law, the one to whom the law ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:17-26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The King Teaches His People (Matthew 5:13-48)

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Nov 25, 2024

The Lord Jesus Christ began His "sermon on the mount" by addressing the blessings His people possess. He continues His teachings, covering topics such as influence, the Law, behavior, and how to love one's enemies.

Matthew 5:13-16: Jesus compared all true believers to salt, which was used as not only a flavoring but as a preservative against spoilage. Our lives and words are to be used by the LORD to preserve morality and godliness in an increasingly decaying society. Like salt, our lives can be catalysts ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-48, Luke 6:20-49, Exodus 20:13, Proverbs 6:16-19, Deuteronomy 24:1  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Kingdom Greatness - Matthew 5:19 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Aug 2, 2024

People who seek glory and honor in this world are called megalomaniacs. If that’s such a bad thing in this world, why does Jesus want us to seek greatness in the kingdom? Is greatness in the kingdom ever a motivating factor for things you do?

Matthew 5:17 "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 I tell you the truth, 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 ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:19

Exceeding Expectations Series

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Jun 16, 2023

Jesus said that our righteousness must exceed that of the scribes and Pharisees. This means that He wants us to exceed the spiritual expectations prescribed by the Law; as we are to strive for excellence in our walk with God.

I have entitled our message, “Exceeding Expectations,” and I want to begin by sharing a true story. A contractor in Mexico was hired to build a Catholic Church, but he used cheap materials in order to make more money. He reasoned that the quality of the materials did not matter, so long as the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:17-22

Denomination: Baptist

The Conduct Of The Follower Of Christ Regarding The Law – Introduction Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on Jul 3, 2023

This message continues the Sermon on the Mount series. Jesus is in these verses defining the Law and His fulfillment of it. In this message you should see the relevance of the Law, our responsibility towards the fulfilled Law, and what our response should be to that.

THE SERMON ON THE MOUNT THE CONDUCT OF THE FOLLOWER OF CHRIST REGARDING THE LAW – INTRODUCTION MATTHEW 5:17–20 “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. 18I TELL YOU THE TRUTH, UNTIL HEAVEN AND EARTH DISAPPEAR, NOT THE ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:17-20

Denomination: Baptist