09 Jul LIFE AS IT WAS MEANT TO BE LIVED – THE SERMON ON THE MOUNT – 10
Introduction Context:
The rest of the sermon – directed at disciples
Contrasts: “..it was said …but I tell you….”
Sayings vs 43,44
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The teaching: Lev 19:18; Ex 23:4,5 – what was added, what was subtracted. The truth: Love with no boundaries, prayer for those who oppose.
Sons vs 45 -47
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Example: The Father’s practical care v45 (Acts 14:15-17).
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Expression: Just a greeting v47 what are you doing more than others?
Standard vs 48
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Perfection: Complete, mature, full-grown
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Pattern: The Father Himself! Impossible? predestined to be conformed to the likeness of His Son Rom 8:29 We are being transformed into His likeness 2 Cor 3:18.
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