Values: poor in spirit, mourn, humble, etc. Salt and light The way we love others – deeper love and righteousness – anger, hate, lust, vows. The way we focus on God – in prayer, fasting, giving, and more – focused on God. Money and possessions – with trust not worry. The way we treat/judge others and pursue God.
How? – KNOW His teachings – ASK, THINK, DIG – get it into real life. – PRAY and OBEY.
Figurehead monarch? Prime minister? King?
What has it cost me to follow Jesus? 2 Roads – which one are you on?
Has following Jesus changed me? Discipleship is not optional. What is the biblical fruit God has grown in my life? False fruit Do I know and love the real Jesus?
Both heard Jesus’ words, both build a house – only one LIVED it. How do I handle the storms of life?
Have I surrendered every part of my life to Jesus?