Scriptures: Matthew 5:9, Psalm 34:8-14, Romans 12:17-21, 1 John 3:14-15, John 13:34

Main Points:

-How is PEACE attained?

-Avoiding the work of peace is ungodly.

-Grace-filled Compassion Purchases our Peace.

-Our Love for Others Affects Our Eternity

Scriptures: Matthew 5:8, 21-22, 27-28, 6:22-24, Psalm 24:3-6, Revelation 4

Main Points:

-Is purity unrealistic?

-Idolatry and deceit corrupt the heart.

-Anything I prioritize over God is an Idol.

-The most beautiful views come at a cost.

Idolatry Checkup:

Am I making decisions about my finances based on God, or am I making decisions about God based on my finances?

Am I making decisions about my life based on God or decisions about God based on my life?

Scriptures: Matthew 5:7, 9:9-13, Luke 6:31-38, Proverbs 11:7, Hosea 6:4-7, 1 Peter 1:3

Sermon Main Points:

-What does it mean to be MERCIFUL?

-Do you need MERCY?

-Mercy is an act of Generosity.

-Mercy comes with the greatest Cost.

Sermon Notes:

Unmerciful Acts

-Loving the loveable is not love

-Goodness toward good people is not good

-Lending with security is not generosity

Merciful Acts

-Loving your enemies is love

-Goodness without a return is good

-Kindness to the wicked/unthankful is Kind

-Compassion for those deserving punishment is Godly

Scripture: Matthew 5:6, Luke 18:9-14, Romans 3:21-24, 1 Corinthians 10:12-13, 2 Corinthians 12:7-10

Main Points:

• What does it mean to be Righteous?
• Deconstructing Righteousness.
• Righteous people know their faults.

Scriptures: Matthew 5:5, Psalm 37:3-11, Romans 12:14-21, Micah 6:6-8, Ephesians 1:11

Main Points:

-Meekness vs. Weakness.

-Running ahead of God.

-Doing right when you feel wronged.

-Walk humbly with your God.

Notes:

Stay humble when…

• You are persecuted
• Others are happy
• Others mourn
• There is discord
• Surrounded by “lowly people”
• You think you’re right
• You’ve been wronged
• Tempted to act dishonorably
• Disagreeing with someone
• You desire revenge
• God fights for you
• Your enemy is in need
• Evil is crouching at your door

Scriptures: Matthew 5:4, Isaiah 61:1-3, James 4:7-10, John 14:15-17

Main Points:

-Mourning for WHO? About WHAT?

-God OPPOSES the enemies of his people.

-Repentance for OUR sins.

-Who needs COMFORT?

God Opposes...

• The Proud –James 4:6
• The Arrogant –Isaiah 2:11
• The Wicked –Psalm 11:5
• Oppressors –Isaiah 10:1-2
• The Dishonest –Proverbs 11:1
• Murderers –Proverbs 6:16-17
• Idolators –Deuteronomy 32:16
• Liars –Proverbs 6:16-17
• The Immoral –Colossians 3:5-6
• Hypocrites –Isaiah 29:13
• The Corrupt –Isaiah 5:20
• The Divisive –Proverbs 6:16 & 19

Scriptures: Matthew 5:3, Isaiah 66:1-3, Psalm 51:16-17, Ephesians 5:9-14, Matthew 6:33

Main Points:

1. What does it mean to be POOR?
2. Without God, I have NOTHING…
3. God wants my HEART.
4. Love Others, Love God. Avoid: Sexual Immorality, Impurity, Greed, Obscene stories, Foolish Talk, Coarse Jokes.
5. The COST of the Kingdom.

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:24-27, 2 Corinthians 4:15-18

Main Points:

-Run with PURPOSE

-Run with DISCIPLINE

-Run with PERSEVERANCE