2. The Danger of the Now Luke 6:20-26

3. Evidence for Different Sermons Material – Real poverty instead of spiritual.

4. Evidence for Different Sermons Material – Real poverty instead of spiritual. Audience – Disciples (seemingly) instead of general crowds.

5. Evidence for Different Sermons Material – Real poverty instead of spiritual. Audience – Disciples (seemingly) instead of general crowds. Location - “Level place” instead of “up on the mountain.”

6. Two Things About Jesus

7. Jesus is conscious of our suffering (because he sympathizes with us), Heb. 4:15.

8. Two Things About Jesus Jesus is conscious of our suffering (because he sympathizes with us), Heb. 4:15. Jesus identifies with those who suffer, Matt 25:31-45.

9. 4 Things About Us

10. Money can be a compelling motivator, Lk 16:13

11. 4 Things About Us Money can be a compelling motivator, Lk 16:13 Food can be a powerful satisfier, Phil 3:19.

12. 4 Things About Us Money can be a compelling motivator, Lk 16:13 Food can be a powerful satisfier, Phil 3:19. Laughter can be an effective distraction, 1 Pet 4:3.

13. 4 Things About Us Money can be a compelling motivator, Lk 16:13 Food can be a powerful satisfier, Phil 3:19. Laughter can be an effective distraction, 1 Pet 4:3. Popularity can be a consuming idol, Isa 51:7

14. Our Call

15. Take heed of what motivates you.

16. Our Call Take heed of what motivates you. Take hope in your suffering.

17. Our Call Take heed of what motivates you. Take hope in your suffering. Look to the world and life to come.