Dig through the Sermon-topics page for personal study and growth. There are different indexes to sort and search by topic, series, date, and preacher. (Also accessible under LINKS). For the complete archive on the old sermon site, click HERE.
Salt and Light
Matthew 5:13-16 — Jesus provides three metaphors/images for understanding “blessed to be a blessing.”
Persecuted
Matthew 5.10-12 – How are those who are persecuted for doing what God says is right to be blessed?
Peacemakers
Matthew 5:9 – God not only desires for us to be pure and holy, but also to make peace and extend mercy.
The Pure in Heart
Matthew 5:8 — Jesus commends the process and pursuit of purity (holiness) as one of the attributes of the Heavenly Father.
The Blessing of Mercy
Matthew 5:7 — God blesses those who are merciful with mercy.
Hungry for What is Right
Matthew 5:6 — God blesses and truly satisfies those who listen and obey what He says is right.
Gentle Humility
Matthew 5:5 — If we serve God and others we will experience the blessing of participating in God’s restoration of humanity and Creation.
Those Who Mourn
Matthew 5:5 — We look at how bringing our grief to God through mourning/lament results in the blessing of God’s comfort (and more).
Blessed are the Poor
Matthew 5:1-3 — Jesus teaches that wealth, status, and righteousness do not earn a place in the Kingdom; rather, it is God’s gift.
Learning to Bless
Matthew 5:1-12 — Jesus teaches his followers how to recognize and share blessing in the world.