Sermons on San Mateo 5:6:

How Is Your Spiritual Appetite?

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Jan 28, 2003

What it means to hunger and thirst after righteousness.

“HOW’S YOUR SPIRITUAL APPETITE?” MATTHEW 5:6 INTRODUCTION: There is an old French proverb that says, "A good meal ought to begin with hunger." It is hard to enjoy a good meal when you are not hungry, but when you are starving anything tastes good! Few of us in America know what real hunger or ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:6

Denomination: Baptist

Christianity Makes No Sense! Series

Contributed by Peter Schmidt on May 2, 2005

Christianity Makes No Sense to our Human Way of Thinking. 1. It’s good to be poor and sad? 2. It’s good to be submissive and oppressed?

Epiphany 4 Matthew 5:1-12 Have you ever been talking to a fellow Christian, and, as they were telling you about something that had happened to them, you made the remark, “Wow, you’ve really been blessed”? What situation could occur that you would call another person “blessed”? Maybe if the Lord ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-12

Denomination: Lutheran

Blessed Are The Poor In Spirit Series

Contributed by Scott Carmer on May 9, 2005

Those who are poor in spirit are those who have learned that trusting God is the only things that gives them life, and are the ones who are truly blessed.

Blessed are the Poor in Spirit Matthew 5:1-11 May 1, 2005 Sometimes, there are some interesting typos in new editions of the Bible. One edition of the Holy Book translated a verse from Exodus 20 as “Thou shall commit adultery.” John 8:11 was rendered “Go and sin on more.” I know that most ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-12

Denomination: Methodist

The Characteristics Of A Christian

Contributed by David Rogers on Nov 23, 2004

Examines the characteristics that a Christian should radiate in their life.

The Characteristics of a Christian Matthew 5 verses 1-16, 38-48 I. Introduction II. This message is dealing with the inner state of the mind and a heart that is the indispensable absolute of true Christian discipleship. a. Explains the outward manifestation of character and conduct of true ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-48

Denomination: Baptist

All Saints Day

Contributed by Scott Jensen on Nov 28, 2004

Christ’s description of being a Christian is not necessarily what the "real-world" preceives it to be.

All Saints Day (observed) November 2, 2003 Matthew 5:1-12 We live in a world of instant gratification. We want it our way right away. Is your internet too slow? Get high-speed internet! Does it take to long to gas up your car? Pay at the pump! Is snail-mail really that slow? Send email. Is your ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-12

Denomination: Lutheran

How To Be Happy Or Blessed Instead Of Miserable

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

1A. Blessed are the poor in spirit - Jesus is saying that happiness comes from recognizing that we are humanly sinful, in debt to God for everything, & find our sufficiency only in His grace.

1A. Blessed are the poor in spirit - Jesus is saying that happiness comes from recognizing that we are humanly sinful, in debt to God for everything, & find our sufficiency only in His grace. By admitting that we are dependent on the Lord for everything we are giving Christ His rightful place as ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Are You A Peacemaker?

Contributed by G Buie on Oct 18, 2000

“PEACEMAKER” eirenopoios {i-ray-nop-oy-os'} One that love peace; one that practices peace; one that brings about peace.

“PEACEMAKER” eirenopoios {i-ray-nop-oy-os'} One that love peace; one that practices peace; one that brings about peace. ++++++ 1. Make Peace among family members and other associates. A). THE PEACEMAKER IS ONE THAT: 1. HAS AN ATTENTIVE HEART: (Matt 5:8) “Blessed are the pure in heart: for they ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:3-11

Contrasting Between Bad Attitudes And The Be-Attitudes Of Jesus

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Bad Attitudes Self-righteous attitudes that say I am right and others are flat out wrong.

Bad Attitudes Self-righteous attitudes that say I am right and others are flat out wrong. Taking credit for every good thing that happens Prideful thinking Refusal to forgive others Indifference to those who have experience adversity, tragedy or loss Cold, callous, and calculating thinking ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:3-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Finding Common Ground

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

HOW TO FIND COMMON GROUND WITH DIFFICULT PEOPLE AND BE HAPPY REGARDLESS OF YOUR CIRCUMSTANCES Some people tend to lose sight of the importance of developing character qualities as taught by the Lord Jesus during His Sermon on the Mount.

HOW TO FIND COMMON GROUND WITH DIFFICULT PEOPLE AND BE HAPPY REGARDLESS OF YOUR CIRCUMSTANCES Some people tend to lose sight of the importance of developing character qualities as taught by the Lord Jesus during His Sermon on the Mount. The following keys to happiness are especially valuable for ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:3-20

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

Blessed Hunger Pangs

Contributed by Rob Woodrum on Apr 22, 2003

Being hungry and thirsty for righteousness isn’t about fufilling obligations, it’s about an ardent desire to be right with God.

MATTHEW 5:6 "Blessed Hunger-Pangs" (This message begins with an opening video "The Fast" from Highway Video’s Classics collection. www.highwayvideo.com) Being hungry is never pleasant. In fact, hunger can inspire bizarre behavior in us as humans. When we’re hungry, we sometimes do foolish ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:6, Isaiah 55:1-3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

They Who Hunger And Thirst Series

Contributed by Richard White on Sep 25, 2002

Hunger and thirst are two of the biggest motivators, having these for righteousness is a major asset for the kingdom.

They who hunger and thirst Matt. 5:6 Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be filled. We Americans have more to make life easier than any other people of any other time. We have the finest homes, the best clothes, eat the best food, yet we have more ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Beatitudes (Part I) Series

Contributed by Danny Pinksen on Oct 5, 2002

Being a Christian is more than just holding the title, but also walking the walk and talking the talk. And the Beatitudes are key is helping us understand what is expected. (First four)

Title: A series on the Beatitudes of Jesus Scripture: Matthew 5:1-12 Introduction: [ILLUS: There he stood, in the midst of the Golden Corral restaurant, with Thousand Island dressing dripping from his hair, over his glasses, down his face, all over his jacket, pants, & shoes. And I’m not ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-6

Denomination: Holiness

Who Is This Man Jesus – His Teaching Series

Contributed by Floyd Johnson on Mar 18, 2003

This is the third in a series examining the person of Christ. This week, using The Beatitudes, we look at His teaching.

Intro.: Have you ever met a really strange person. 1. Most of this week we have heard of Immanuel – one strange character 2. A few years ago Sandra and I made a trip to California – the taxi driver proceded to tell us about a recent customer: Jesus. Not sure who was stranger - the taxi driver or ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-12

Denomination: Methodist

The Winds Of War

Contributed by Michael Deaton on Mar 20, 2003

Our Christian Response to war

The Winds of War Ecclesiastes 3:1-8 Three young men. They would tell you that they could not remember a time when they didn’t know one another. Their families could not have been any different one poor, another affluent, and the third from a military family. On the night of their High School ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 3:1-8, Matthew 5:1-11

Denomination: Methodist