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401. Jesus Washes His Disciples’ Feet

John 13:1-17, John 13:18-30

Understanding Series

J. Ramsey Michaels

... contrast, e.g., the other Johannine beatitude, 20:29: “Blessed are those who have not seen and yet have believed”). Jesus’ teaching in connection with the footwashing in John’s Gospel is thus surprisingly close to the teaching with which he concludes the Sermon on the Mount in the synoptic Gospels (Matt. 7:16–27/Luke 6:43–49): for example, “By their fruit you will recognize them” (Matt. 7:16a; cf. 7:20); “Not everyone who says to me, ‘Lord, Lord,’ will enter the kingdom of heaven, but ...

402. Walking in the Light

1 John 1:5--2:14, 1 John 2:15-17

Understanding Series

Thomas F. Johnson

... consistent with the nature of God (as he is in the light). Rather than claim fellowship with God while walking in the darkness (v. 6), live in ongoing fellowship with God in the light. That is the only authentic alternative. Just as in the Sermon on the Mount God’s character is the pattern and model (Matt. 5:48: “Be perfect, therefore, as your heavenly Father is perfect”), and just as Paul told the Philippians, “Let your manner of life be worthy of the gospel” (Phil. 1:27, RSV), so the Elder ...

403. Walking in the Light and the Problem of Sin

1 John 2:15-17, 1 John 1:5--2:14

Understanding Series

Thomas F. Johnson

404. Jesus Sends Out the Twelve

Matthew 9:35-38, Matthew 10:1-42

Teach the Text

Jeannine K. Brown

... future. This one with ultimate authority is also the one who cares for them to such an extent that even the hairs on their heads are numbered (10:30). 10:29 Father’s care. The theme of God’s attentiveness and care is reminiscent of the Sermon on the Mount, where God is portrayed as a loving Father who avoids favoritism (5:45–46), anticipates what people need before they even ask (6:8, 32), and is the perfect parent who gives good gifts to all those who ask (7:9–11). Jesus’ disciples can trust ...

405. Get off the Throne and Learn Wisdom

Matthew 7:1-6

Sermon

Phil Thrailkill

... , The Soul of Methodism (New York: University Press of America, 2000); for contemporary adaptations, see Michael Henderson, A Model for Making Disciples: John Wesley’s Class Meeting (Nappanee, Indiana: Francis Asbury Press, 1997); Denise Stringer, How Is It With Your Soul? (Nashville, TN: Abington, 2004). 17. Charles Talbert, Reading the Sermon on the Mount (Columbia, SC: USC Press, 2004), 134. 18. Hewett, Illustrations Unlimited, 483.

406. Driving Out the Nations

Deuteronomy 7:1-26

Understanding Series

Christopher J. H. Wright

... it understood, is a theological argument based on the transformation of the nature of Israel in Jesus Christ, not merely on presumed higher Christian ethical standards or sentiments. Nevertheless, it has further basis in the oft-quoted saying from Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount, “Love your enemies” (Matt. 5:43ff.). Just before this Jesus says, “You have heard that it was said, ‘Love your neighbor and hate your enemy.’ ” “Love your neighbor” is a quotation of Leviticus 19:18—we have seen that ...

407. Chapter III

Exodus 20:1-21

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Frank H. Seilhamer

... that this could, did, and does happen. He thundered repeatedly about the necessity for those who would bear his name to do it in a way that would make men get a proper understanding of God. I am certain that that knowledge was behind his challenge made in the Sermon on the Mount when he told his fledgling disciples, "You are the light of the world ... men (do not) light a lamp and put it under a bushel, but on a stand, and it gives light to all in the house. Let your light so shine before men, that they may ...

408. Eliphaz

Job 4:1-5:27

Understanding Series

Gerald H. Wilson

... 38, and Clines, Job 1–20, p. 113. 5:5 On from among thorns see the clear discussion of the difficult Heb. and the many alternative translations in Clines, Job 1–20, p. 141. 5:11–16 The parallels with the Beatitudes in the Sermon on the Mount (Matt. 5:3–10), while far from exact, are certainly interesting. In both texts, God’s will and purposes turn worldly expectations upside down. 5:17 The man: the Heb. ʾenosh, “human,” a synonym for the more common ʾadam, “human being,” emphasizes the ...

409. In the Mood for Murder

Matthew 5:21-26

Sermon

King Duncan

... McVeigh. For some of us, however, anger is a big issue in our lives. It causes us to lash out at our spouses and our children. We unleash it on others on the road or in the workplace. We make ourselves and those around us miserable. In his Sermon on the Mount Jesus confronts the subject of anger head on: “You have heard that it was said to the people long ago, ‘You shall not murder, and anyone who murders will be subject to judgment.’ But I tell you that anyone who is angry with a brother or sister ...

410. The Little Miracle Before The Big One

Luke 22:47-53

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Barbara Brokhoff

... of its owner. A miracle-worker like that can be my Master any time! There are some good lessons to be learned from the miracle before us. THE MIRACLE OF MALCHUS SHOWS HOW TO TREAT YOUR ENEMIES For about three and a half years, since the sermon on the Mount, Jesus has been preaching and teaching about how to treat your enemies. He said: "love your enemies," once he said: "if your enemy hunger, feed him." Another time he said "forgive your enemies," and again: "if your enemy smite you on one cheek; turn the ...

411. In Control

Mark 13:1-31

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James W. Robinson

... wait, what are we to do? Paul provides an answer in Colossians 1:1 "... lead a life worthy of the Lord, fully pleasing to him, bearing fruit in every good work, and increasing in the knowledge of God." Jesus provides another in his admonition in the Sermon on the Mount (Matthew 5:16) "Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father who is in heaven." Both verses seem, somehow, to relate to Richard. Richard, an intelligent man in his middle years, was very ...

412. Jesus as Lord and as Archcriminal

Mark 2:23-3:6, Mark 2:18-22

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Grant R. Osborne

... the sidebar in the unit on 2:1–12; the major theme of Dan. 7:13–14 is universal dominion), he is cosmic Lord of all, specifically here “over the Sabbath” and its regulations. He is the final interpreter of Torah (one of the emphases of the Sermon on the Mount [Matt. 5–7]) and offers a Sabbath-like rest for the soul (Matt. 11:28–30). What Christ has brought is “greater than the temple” (Matt. 12:6 [in the same story as here in Mark]), and if Christ supersedes the temple, he also has authority ...

413. You Can Be Well Fed

1 Corinthians 11:17-34

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Michael B. Brown

... things that enhance your life." I am not sure she meant to, but she touched on a deep spiritual truth when she made that remark. Being well fed means feasting on those things that enhance your life. Jesus said much the same thing in his Sermon on the Mount. "Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they shall be filled." Perhaps he, too, believed that we are what we eat ... that we become mentally, emotionally and spiritually what our hearts and souls feed on day by day. The Bible says ...

414. Proper 13

Luke 11:1-13, Hosea 11:1-11, Colossians 3:1-17, Psalm 107:1-43

Sermon Aid

William E. Keeney

... , crowd, since Luke says that they trampled on one another. Prior to the telling of the parable Jesus speaks about persons not fearing those who can kill the body. After the parable he issues the call not to worry that is also found in Matthew in the Sermon on the Mount (Matthew 6:19-21, 25-30.) Context of the Lectionary The First Lesson. (Hosea 11:1-11) Hosea speaks for the Lord as a father to a recalcitrant child. Though God brought Israel from Egypt and raised the nation as a father does a son, Israel no ...

415. That Would Be Some Miracle!

John 6:1-15

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Donald B. Strobe

... the Sea of Galilee and is called “Tabgha,” which is a corruption of the Greek name “Heptapegon,” which means “Seven Springs.” Very early in Christian history this place became associated with three important events in the life of our Lord: the Sermon on the Mount, the multiplication of the loaves and fishes, and the final resurrection appearance to Peter and the disciples recorded in the last chapter of John. Today there is a beautiful new church on that spot, erected in the exact same style as ...

416. Cities of Refuge (II)

Deuteronomy 19:1-14

Understanding Series

Christopher J. H. Wright

... that the lex talionis, which is found elsewhere in Semitic cultures, represents a legal development that was actually an improvement on an earlier practice of uncontrolled vengeance. Cf. Diamond, “Eye for an Eye.” The antithesis set up by Jesus in the Sermon on the Mount (Matt. 5:38–42) was not, then, an attack upon “OT ethics” as a whole. He was saying that the principle governing legal decisions in court cases (which was the legitimate goal of strict equivalence) should not be taken as the ...

417. Witnesses

Deuteronomy 19:15-21

Understanding Series

Christopher J. H. Wright

418. Gluttony - Living By Bread And The Word Of God

Mark 6:30-44, 1 Timothy 4:1-16

Sermon

R. Curtis Fussell

... is about focusing on God and the things of God. If you decide to fast, remember that it doesn't mean starving yourself. During a fast you can eat small portions of fruit, maybe a small bowl of chicken broth, maybe half a sandwich. In the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus talked about being blessed, he talked about a deeper expression of the Law, he talked about prayer and taught us how to pray, he talked about giving money to the poor, and finally he talked about fasting as part of being one of his followers ...

419. How Can We Live Wisely?

Job 26:1--31:40

Sermon

Edward Chinn

... ." Some people feel there is something exciting, adventurous, romantic, and light-hearted about being called a "sinner" instead of being called a saint. However, it is a different story, isn’t it, when someone calls you foolish? Listen to how Jesus summed up The Sermon on the Mount: "So then, anyone who hears these words of mine and obeys them is like a wise man who built his house on rock. The rain poured down, the rivers flooded over, and the wind blew hard against that house. But it did not fall ...

420. Not For Sale at Any Price

Matthew 13:44-46

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John R. Brokhoff

... imprisoned in "Don’ts" with strict legalism and Puritanism. To be a Christian is to be free to live according to the spirit of the law. Yet, this liberty is put under the lordship of Christ so that our liberty does not become lawless license. In the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus summed it up, "Seek first the kingdom of God and all these things shall be added to you." Put the Kingdom first in your life and all other things will be placed in a subordinate position to Christ. This is what it means to sell all ...

421. A LITURGICAL DRAMA FOR ALL SAINTS’

Drama

Tom Eberle

... place call on the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, ..." [1 Corinthians 1:2] Gloria Patri Hymn Blest be the Tie That Binds Minister: The gospel reading for All Saints’ Day is the Beatitudes from Matthew’s Gospel, which forms the beginning of the Sermon on the Mount. They are not only the words spoken by Jesus, but brought to life by him. A disciple is one who reflects the quality of life of the master, so the beatitudes also become descriptions of the dedicated lives of those saints we honor today. [begins ...

422. Fasting: Foolish or Fruitful?

Matthew 6:16-18

Sermon

... supports sin rather than helping to get rid of it. You can fast for the sake of building up your ego. It can be a matter of pride. When you fast, you can go around telling everybody what you are giving up for Lent. Jesus condemned this in the Sermon on the Mount. He said that, when you fast, you should not let men see or know that you are fasting to prevent your doing it for self-glory. Jesus said you should not put on a dismal face but wash your face - yet still fast! Look how fasting can produce pride ...

423. The Perisitent Noise Of Solemn Assemblies

Luke 10:25-37

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Maurice A. Fetty

... into an end-all conflagration on this old powder-keg earth. Indeed, many scientists and ecologists are now saying that the only possible way to survive is to begin to take seriously the teachings of Jesus as set forth in the Sermon on the Mount. Consequently, far too many churches are engrossed in the persistent noise of solemn assemblies, telling themselves how much they love God while ignoring their fellow-man. Many groups celebrate their great faith in God, but show little evidence of follow-through ...

424. Jesus as the Isaianic Servant of the Lord

Matthew 12:15-21

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Jeannine K. Brown

... for interpreting and obeying the Torah, where justice is one of three most important values (23:23). Also, if dikaiosyn?in the beatitudes is best rendered “justice” (see 5:6), then God’s coming reign as typified by the arrival of justice headlines the Sermon on the Mount. 12:21 In his name the nations will put their hope. Although Matthew focuses Jesus’ ministry on Israel (10:5–6; 15:24), he also consistently points ahead to the promise of Gentile inclusion (e.g., 1:3–6; 4:15; 8:10–11 ...

425. Molehills and Mountains

Matthew 6:25-34, Mark 8:31--9:1

Sermon

Louis H. Valbracht

... ? What shall we wear?" When you do that, our Lord tells us, you’re acting like a bunch of pagans! Your Heavenly Father knows that you have need of these things. And that, beloved, is the essence of what our Lord has to say to us in the Sermon on the Mount. If we are convinced of the truth of that, then we should get our lives out of the realm of pettiness and place them in ther eternal category where they belong. I suspect that one way we can get that eternal dimension in life is to recognize that there ...

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