May, 2008

Defining The Ministry of Christ (Part 1)- Berry Kercheville

Matthew 5:5

Matthew 5:5
“Meek” or “gentle” is hardly a word signifying weakness, as is the general connotation of the English word. Meek implies strength under control. Moses was considered the meekest man in all the earth (Num. 12:3), and yet…

Matthew 5:4

Matthew 5:4
Jesus’ description of kingdom citizens is the exact opposite of any reasoning that is human and earthly. The poor in spirit will possess the kingdom and now Jesus says those who mourn will not only be “blessed,”…

Matthew 5:3b

Matthew 5:3
Ask yourself the question, “Who possesses a kingdom?” Well, it is the rich and the powerful. They are the ones who possess kingdoms. The rest of people seem to be nothing more than pawns in their service.…

Matthew 5:3a

Matthew 5:3
I believe the first word that Jesus utters in this sermon is shocking. The people are looking for a kingdom and Jesus says, “Blessed…” They are looking for what they might possess and Jesus speaks of what…

Matthew 5:1-2

Matthew 5:1-2
The first thing that is interesting about this scene is that Jesus is teaching His disciples in the presence of the multitude. The text says that when Jesus saw the crowds, He went up on the mountain,…

Predictors of Marital Success, Part 2 – Berry Kercheville

Predictors of Marital Success, Part 1 – Berry Kercheville

Matthew 4:23-5:2

Matthew 4:23-5:2

he text before us is the introduction to the greatest sermon ever given, the Sermon on the Mount. Matthew is unique in his presentation of the discourses of Jesus. Matthew records nine discourses, five of which are considered…

Matthew 4:17-22

Matthew 4:17-22
The essence of Jesus’ preaching was the same as that of John’s: “Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is at hand.” The phrase “at hand” indicates the kingdom was ready to begin. Many today believe and teach…

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