Being Salt and Light
Matthew 5:13-16 Suggested further reading: Titus 2:11-3:8 Our Lord reveals the character that Christians are to have as they live in this world. As always with the words of our Lord, it is very important that we clearly understand what it is that He is saying to us...
The Blessed Character (Part Two)
Matthew 5:1-12 Suggested further reading: Colossians 3:12-17 Our Lord calls down a blessing on those who are merciful, those who are full of compassion towards others. They feel the suffering of others whether from sin or sorrow and desire to lessen it. They shall...
The Divine Standard
Matthew 5:1-12 Suggested further reading: Psalm 51 What kind of people should Christians be? What kind of character should they seek? What should be their outward walk and inward habit of mind? Jesus tells us in His famous “Sermon on the Mount.” Jesus states there is...
The World Hates Christ
Matthew 12:14-21; Mark 3:7-12 Suggested further reading: John 7:1-9 The utter wickedness still living in every human heart is seen here in the Pharisees. When corrected by our Lord, they became even more resolute in their opposition to Him, and sunk deeper into sin....
