Sermons on Mattityahu 5:20:

"He Gets Us”! But, Does He Take You As You Are?

Contributed by Phillip Smith on Oct 17, 2024

Some people with good intentions have created an advertisement named, He Gets US! Is it a proper depiction of the cause of Jesus Christ for mankind? Does Jesus approve of us the way we are?

Some people with good intentions have created an advertisement named, He Gets US! I am sure many have seen it. I admire the effort to spread the name of Jesus, but I am disappointed in their content and implied message. Is it a proper depiction of the cause of Jesus Christ for mankind? Does Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:20, James 1:22, Matthew 7:21, Matthew 18:3, Revelation 21:27, Revelation 21:8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Old Covenant

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Apr 26, 2022

Let’s look at the Mosaic covenant and how it prepared for the new covenant. After freedom from Egypt the people were still slaves, to sin.

Let’s look at the Mosaic covenant and how it prepared for the new covenant. After freedom from Egypt the people were still slaves, to sin. “Jesus answered them, ‘Truly, truly, I say to you, everyone who practices sin is a slave to sin.’ “ (John 8:34 ESV) The old covenant was established to expose ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:24, Romans 7:12, Romans 8:2-3, Matthew 5:17-20

Denomination: Baptist

The Hardest Word Series

Contributed by Aneel Aranha on Feb 25, 2021

Like Elton John sang, “sorry” seems to be the hardest word. But it can bring so much healing, peace, and restoration. [Watch video: https://youtu.be/Wv24QxchW74]

Scripture Reading: Matthew 5:20-26 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. “You have heard that it was said to the people long ago, ‘You shall not murder, and anyone who murders ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:20-26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Fulfilling The Law

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Mar 3, 2021

When Jesus uses the metaphors of salt and light, He is talking to us about our covenant, our calling and how they relate to our righteousness.

FULFILLING THE LAW Text: Matthew 5:13 - 20 Mat 5:13-20  "You are the salt of the earth; but if salt has lost its taste, how can its saltiness be restored? It is no longer good for anything, but is thrown out and trampled under foot.  (14)  "You are the light of the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-20

Denomination: United Methodist

The Law And The Lord

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 13, 2021

Christ was the event toward which the whole history of the Old Testament moved. Without the Old Testament we cannot know what it was that He fulfilled, and, therefore, the Old Testament is a vital part of the Christian faith.

Misunderstanding is a part of life, and much of the laughter of life is due to it. One little guy surprised his whole family one evening at the supper table by asking which virgin was Jesus' mother? Was it the Mary virgin, or the King James Virgin? He had misunderstood one word and was ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:17-20

Legalism Versus Love

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 13, 2021

We are in a world of great religious competition. We will all tend to follow one of these two strategies: The legalistic or the loving, the rule book power, or relationship power.

We live in a world where competition is a master motive. When the news reach Russia in 1945 that the United States dropped an atomic bomb on Hiroshima, Stalin ordered secret scientists to find a way to catch up to the U.S. Andrei Sakharov was only 24 years old then, but his brilliant mind was ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:20

Legalism Versus Love Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 17, 2021

We are in a world of great religious competition. We will all tend to follow one of these two strategies: The legalistic or the loving, the rule book power, or relationship power.

We live in a world where competition is a master motive. When the news reach Russia in 1945 that the United States dropped an atomic bomb on Hiroshima, Stalin ordered secret scientists to find a way to catch up to the U.S. Andrei Sakharov was only 24 years old then, but his brilliant mind was ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:20

Walking, Talking Salt

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Jan 30, 2023

Jesus calls us Salt - what does it mean?

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-20; Deuteronomy 6:4-9; Romans 12:1-2 Theme: Salt Lives Title: Walking Talking Salt 1. Salt must be true to its nature – it must be salt 2. Salt to be true to its nature – it must give of itself fully INTRO: Grace and peace from God the Father, Son and Holy Spirit. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-20, Matthew 5:13, Deuteronomy 6:4-9, Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Nazarene

Salty Christianity

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Feb 7, 2023

Jesus tells us we are the salt of the earth.

Matthew 5:13-20 Salty Christians or Believers 1. The following is some of the uses I found for Salt: • Salt is used for money and many people fought for in wars. "worth his salt" because of the value of salt. • Salt is used to cure and store meats It is used to disinfect wounds • It ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-20

Denomination: Methodist

What Law? And What Good Is It?

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Feb 11, 2023

Is the Law of the Old Testament good toward our salvation and sanctification, or not?

Sixth Sunday in Course 2023 Today we have an opportunity to reflect on the longest psalm in Scriptures, which is numbered 119. It’s easy to remember three psalms other than the ever-popular 22, “The Lord is My Shepherd.” Psalm 117, “praise the Lord, all you nations” is the shortest psalm, just two ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:17-37, 1 Corinthians 2:6-10, Psalm 119:1-34, 2 Corinthians 3:6, Romans 3:28  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Catholic

‘miracle Grow’ For The World

Contributed by The Rev Deniray Mueller on Feb 19, 2023

how can we 'fertilize' the world to make it the Kingdom of God

Matthew 5:13-20 Unlike some scripture that strikes fear in preachers' hearts, this scripture has way too many topics that someone could use. But I want to strike at the core of what Jesus tells us who we are. But first, I must ask you a question: Has anyone ever told you that you are a pile ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:12-30, Matthew 5:13-20

Denomination: Episcopal

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

You Are Called To Be The Salt Of The Earth And The Light Of The World

Contributed by Howard Gunter on Jan 31, 2020

Understanding that part of Jesus' sermon on the mount describing followers as being Salt and Light.

Message/Devotion February 9, 2020 Matthew 5:13-20 You Are Called to Be the Salt of the Earth and Light the Light of the World The Reading Believers Are Salt and Light 13 “You are the salt of the earth; but if the salt loses its flavor, how shall it be seasoned? It is then good for nothing but ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-20, Ezekiel 16:1-4, 2 Kings 2:20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jesus And The Law

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Feb 2, 2020

Jesus condemned whoever sets aside the least of God’s commands. What does that mean? Let’s learn what our relationship to the law is. Let’s examine salt, light and the law in Matthew 5:13-20.

Jesus condemned whoever sets aside the least of God’s commands. What does that mean? Let’s learn what our relationship to the law is. Let’s examine salt, light and the law in Matthew 5:13-20. You ARE Salt Matthew 5:13 “You are the salt of the earth. But if the salt loses its saltiness, how can it ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-20

Denomination: Baptist

You Are The Light Of The World

Contributed by The Rev Deniray Mueller on Feb 3, 2020

we are called to be a light into the life and teachings of Jesus

You are the salt of the earth; but if salt has lost its taste, how can its saltiness be restored? It is no longer good for anything, but is thrown out and trampled underfoot. You are the light of the world. A city built on a hill cannot be hid. No one after lighting a lamp puts it under the bushel ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-20

Denomination: Episcopal