T HE S ERMON ON THE M OUNT Proclamation of the Kingdom of Heaven I NTRODUCTION

Noah was a preacher of righteousness Moses was a powerful speaker— read the Book of Deuteronomy Joshua challenged the people Prophets of old: Ezekiel, Daniel, Jeremiah, Hosea and Amos — powerful messages Paul in the New Testament Jesus the Master Teacher —spell- binding, powerful or more comprehensive

I NTRODUCTION First recorded sermon, beginning public ministry Sermon on the Mount – Matthew 5—7 Constitution of New Testament – New Law—Christ’s Law “ Old Testament is the gospel concealed and the New Testament is the gospel of Christ revealed.”

I NTRODUCTION Deep with the aims of the “ new kingdom ”—the “ kingdom of heaven ” Previewing and proclaiming the introduction of “kingdom of heaven” Not a physical kingdom ( like Moses ) Spiritual kingdom--quite a difference for the Jews

I NTRODUCTION Gospel preached to Abraham – Genesis 12:1-3; Galatians 3:8 Prophecy by the prophets – Daniel 2:44,45; Isaiah 9:6,7 Grace and truth by Christ – John 1:14-18

L UKE 16:16 “The law and the prophets were until John. Since that time the kingdom of God has been preached, and everyone is pressing into it.”

T HE L INEAGE Begin with David ( 2 Samuel 7:12-14 ) Forerunner of Christ ( Matthew 3:3 ) Repentance is required ( Matthew 3:7,8 ) Anointed King ( Matthew 3:13-17 ) Devil can’t unseat Him ( Matthew 4:1-11 ) Fishers of men ( Matthew 4:17-19 ) Confirmed by signs and wonders ( Matthew 4:23-26 )

C HARTER OF N EW S PIRITUAL I SRAEL 10 Commandments – Charter and constitution of Old Testament Sermon on the Mount – Does the same for New Testament Israel Under Moses – Civil government—civil covenant Under Christ – Spiritual kingdom—spiritual covenant Came not to extend —but fulfill and remove it – Matthew 5:17,18; Hebrews 10:9

S ERMON ON THE M OUNT I N THE E PISTLES Attitudes and Character of a Christian – Matthew 5:3-12; Galatians 5:22,23; Colossians 3:5-10 Salt and Light (Influence and Example) – Matthew 5:13-16; 1 Timothy 4:12; 1 Peter 2:21 Fulfill and Prepare for New Law – Matthew 5:17-19; Galatians 3:16; Hebrews 10:9,10 Righteousness must exceed the Pharisees – Matthew 5:20; James 1:22; 1 John 3:17 Murder – Matthew 5:21-26; 1 Corinthians 6:9-11

S ERMON ON THE M OUNT I N THE E PISTLES Adultery – Matthew 5:27-32; 1 Corinthians 7:1-5,18 Oaths—Making Word Count – Matthew 5:33-37; James 5:12 The Love Mile – Matthew 5:38-42; Romans 12:17-21; 14:13 Giving of Alms – Matthew 6:1-5; Galatians 6:7,8 Teaching on Prayer – Matthew 6:6-13; James 5:16

S ERMON ON THE M OUNT I N THE E PISTLES Teaching on Forgiveness – Matthew 6:14,15; Ephesians 4:32 Fasting – Matthew 6:16-18; 2 Peter 1:6 Materialism – Matthew 6:19-21; Romans 12:1,2 Serving Two Masters – Matthew 6:22-24; 1 Corinthians 10:21 Worry—Seek God First! – Matthew 6:25-34; 1 Peter 5:7

S ERMON ON THE M OUNT I N THE E PISTLES Judging--Hypocrites – Matthew 7:1-5; James 3:10-12 Depending on God – Matthew 7:6-12; Philippians 4:13 Two Eternal Destinies – Matthew 7:13,14; 2 Thessalonians 1:6-9 False Prophets – Matthew 7:15-23; 2 Peter 2:1-5 Two Builders – Matthew 7:24-27; 1 Corinthians 3:11-17

F ALSE V IEWS OF THE S ERMON ON THE M OUNT Extend the Old Law—Clarify – Corrected just the traditions of Pharisees, not giving a new law. Not So “ I SAY UNTO YOU ” Jeremiah 31:31-34 The Premillennialism View – Preparing the kingdom—Jews rejection of kingdom and Him. Postponed and to be done later! False! Colossians 1:13; Revelation 1:9 Social Gospel View of the Sermon – World sure—but not the next. Make this one as good as can be! Good “ethical teaching.” The Ecumenical View – Meaning “inner faith.” Good ethical principles practiced by all religions. Doctrinal differences never important to Jesus. Not accurate! Matthew 7:13,14, 21-23

T HE S ERMON ON THE M OUNT Proclamation of the Kingdom of Heaven T HE G REATEST S ERMON BY T HE M ASTER H IMSELF !