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The grass withers, the flower fades, but the word of our God will stand forever.
Isaiah 40:8, ESV
This world will not last forever, but the eternal truth of God’s Word will never fade or disappear. Trust God.
I have started a small group series on Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount (Matthew 5-7). I am sharing my notes in case anyone else wants to use them with their group. [Reminder that these are only notes!]
Matthew 5:1-2:
Jesus wants to teach the crowds: Who are they? Jewish disciples: People who understand the
Scriptures (at least to a point). Notice from 7:28 the crowds still came along, but this teaching is for His disciples.
What does “blessed” mean?
Based on the first twelve verses, blessed means realizing our own wretchedness and need for a Savior. In other words, it is becoming/being a Christian.
What was discussed last time?
Matthew 6:25:
“Therefore …”: Jesus has been leading to a point in this chapter:
Since we are focusing on God:
Matthew 6:26-32:
We get a mini-lesson on why not to worry:
Matthew 6: 33-34:
We get the reminder that we trust God alone. And what does that look like?
Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path.
Psalm 119:105, ESV
The Bible reveals the truth about our lives and who God is.
Trust its truth and its source. Follow God!
Heaven and earth will pass away, but my words will not pass away.
Matthew 24:35, ESV
Scripture prophesied Christ. Christ prophesied His death and resurrection.
We can trust His promises. They are forever, and He is coming again.
All Scripture is breathed out by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for training in righteousness
2 Timothy 3:16, ESV
The Bible points us to Christ, helps us grow in Christ, and helps us lead others in and for Christ.
Trust the Word. Trust God.
The law of the Lord is perfect, reviving the soul; the testimony of the Lord is sure, making wise the simple
Psalm 19:7, ESV
God’s Word is what leads us to truth and shows us the fulfilled and yet-to-be fulfilled promises and prophecies of Christ and this world.
Trust in His Word. Trust in Him.
Why are you cast down, O my soul, and why are you in turmoil within me? Hope in God; for I shall again praise him, my salvation and my God.
Psalm 42:11, ESV
The worries of this world drag us down, but our God is our greatest hope and strength. Trust the promises of Scripture, and hope in our Lord.
I have started a small group series on Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount (Matthew 5-7). I am sharing my notes in case anyone else wants to use them with their group. [Reminder that these are only notes!]
Matthew 5:1-2:
Jesus wants to teach the crowds: Who are they? Jewish disciples: People who understand the
Scriptures (at least to a point). Notice from 7:28 the crowds still came along, but this teaching is for His disciples.
What does “blessed” mean?
Based on the first twelve verses, blessed means realizing our own wretchedness and need for a Savior. In other words, it is becoming/being a Christian.
What was discussed last time?
• Giving to the needy
• Love your neighbor as yourself
o We are serving Christ when we serve others.
Matthew 6:19-21:
But isn’t wealth a sign of blessing?
Matthew 6:22-24:
What is Jesus saying?
What does it look like to serve two masters?
Jesus always takes us deeper.
But seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness, and all these things will be added to you.
Matthew 6:33, ESV
Our Lord wants to give us good things, but He wants us to give us our all. We find full satisfaction in God alone.
Therefore, my beloved, as you have always obeyed, so now, not only as in my presence but much more in my absence, work out your own salvation with fear and trembling
Philippians 2:12, ESV
We show we are Christians when we regularly worship with other saints, we serve others out of love, and we strive to be more like Jesus.
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a simple man of God 