Speaker: Pastor Marty Beamer Text: Matthew 5:38–42 Title: The Golden Rule – Revenge Pt. II

Continuing Jesus’ teaching on retaliation, Pastor Marty explores how Christ calls His followers to lay aside personal vengeance and reflect the mercy of God in every circumstance. When wronged, the natural instinct is to strike back, but Jesus commands a better way—the way of grace, endurance, and self-giving love. This passage challenges believers to respond to offense with generosity, to go the extra mile, and to trust that God’s justice is perfect. True discipleship means embodying the humility and compassion of Christ, even when it costs us something.

At Bethel Baptist Church in Gladstone, Missouri, our mission is Joyful Gospel Advancement—proclaiming God’s Word, making disciples, strengthening families, and living generously with open hands and hearts. We invite you to join us in Kansas City, Liberty, and beyond as we seek to glorify God and see lives transformed by Jesus Christ.

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Speaker: Pastor Marty Beamer Text: Matthew 6:1 Title: True Righteousness

Jesus warns His disciples, “Beware of practicing your righteousness before other people in order to be seen by them.” Pastor Marty explains how this verse serves as a transition in the Sermon on the Mount, contrasting outward religion with inward devotion. True righteousness seeks the approval of the Father, not the applause of men. This passage reminds us that the motive behind our obedience matters as much as the action itself. God calls His people to authentic faith—one marked by humility, sincerity, and a heart that longs for His glory above recognition.

At Bethel Baptist Church in Gladstone, Missouri, our mission is Joyful Gospel Advancement—proclaiming God’s Word, making disciples, strengthening families, and living generously with open hands and hearts. We invite you to join us in Kansas City, Liberty, and beyond as we seek to glorify God and see lives transformed by Jesus Christ.

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Speaker: Pastor Marty Beamer Text: Matthew 6:2–4 Title: True Righteousness – Giving Pt. 2

Continuing Jesus’ teaching on giving, Pastor Marty explores how the heart of generosity reflects the very nature of God. Christ warns against hypocritical giving that seeks attention, instead calling His followers to give quietly and joyfully out of love for the Father. This message challenges believers to evaluate their motives—reminding us that true righteousness is not about public image but private devotion. When giving flows from a heart transformed by grace, it becomes an act of worship that honors God and blesses others.

At Bethel Baptist Church in Gladstone, Missouri, our mission is Joyful Gospel Advancement—proclaiming God’s Word, making disciples, strengthening families, and living generously with open hands and hearts. We invite you to join us in Kansas City, Liberty, and beyond as we seek to glorify God and see lives transformed by Jesus Christ.

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Speaker: Pastor Marty Beamer Text: Matthew 6:5–6 Title: True Righteousness – Prayer Pt. 1

Jesus teaches that true prayer flows from sincerity, not showmanship. Pastor Marty explains how Christ exposes the hypocrisy of those who pray to be seen by others and instead calls His followers to seek the Father in secret. Prayer is not a public performance but a private conversation with a God who sees and hears in secret. This passage reminds believers that intimacy with God is the reward of genuine faith and that true righteousness is found in humble, God-centered devotion.

At Bethel Baptist Church in Gladstone, Missouri, our mission is Joyful Gospel Advancement—proclaiming God’s Word, making disciples, strengthening families, and living generously with open hands and hearts. We invite you to join us in Kansas City, Liberty, and beyond as we seek to glorify God and see lives transformed by Jesus Christ.

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Speaker: Pastor Marty Beamer Text: Matthew 6:5–6 Title: True Righteousness – Prayer Pt. 2**

Continuing Jesus’ teaching on prayer, Pastor Marty emphasizes that the heart of true prayer is communion with God, not the approval of people. Jesus calls His followers to withdraw from distractions and seek the Father in secret, where genuine fellowship and spiritual renewal take place. This message reminds believers that God values honesty over eloquence and presence over performance. True righteousness flourishes when prayer becomes a humble act of love and dependence on the Father who sees in secret and rewards in grace.

At Bethel Baptist Church in Gladstone, Missouri, our mission is Joyful Gospel Advancement—proclaiming God’s Word, making disciples, strengthening families, and living generously with open hands and hearts. We invite you to join us in Kansas City, Liberty, and beyond as we seek to glorify God and see lives transformed by Jesus Christ.

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Speaker: Pastor Marty Beamer Text: Matthew 6:5–8 Title: True Righteousness – Prayer Pt. 3

Jesus teaches that true prayer is grounded in trust, not in empty repetition or religious performance. Pastor Marty explains how Christ contrasts the mechanical prayers of the pagans with the heartfelt petitions of those who know God as Father. Real prayer isn’t about convincing God through many words but resting in His knowledge of our needs before we even speak. This passage reminds believers that prayer is not manipulation—it’s communion with a faithful and loving Father who delights in hearing from His children.

At Bethel Baptist Church in Gladstone, Missouri, our mission is Joyful Gospel Advancement—proclaiming God’s Word, making disciples, strengthening families, and living generously with open hands and hearts. We invite you to join us in Kansas City, Liberty, and beyond as we seek to glorify God and see lives transformed by Jesus Christ.

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Speaker: Pastor Marty Beamer Text: Matthew 6:7–8 Title: True Righteousness – Prayer Pt. 4

Jesus warns His disciples not to pray like the Gentiles, who think they will be heard for their many words. Pastor Marty teaches that true prayer is not about persuasion but about relationship—a child speaking to a Father who already knows what they need. This passage reminds believers that prayer rooted in faith is simple, sincere, and trusting. God delights in His children’s prayers not because of their eloquence but because of their hearts. Genuine prayer flows from confidence in God’s character and dependence on His grace.

At Bethel Baptist Church in Gladstone, Missouri, our mission is Joyful Gospel Advancement—proclaiming God’s Word, making disciples, strengthening families, and living generously with open hands and hearts. We invite you to join us in Kansas City, Liberty, and beyond as we seek to glorify God and see lives transformed by Jesus Christ.

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Speaker: Pastor Marty Beamer Text: Matthew 6:9–13 Title: True Righteousness – Prayer Pt. 5

In this message, Pastor Marty unpacks Jesus’ model prayer—commonly known as The Lord’s Prayer. Christ teaches His disciples to approach God with reverence, dependence, and submission to His will. Each petition—honoring God’s name, seeking His kingdom, trusting His provision, forgiving others, and pursuing holiness—reveals what true righteousness looks like in communion with the Father. This prayer centers believers on God’s glory rather than their own desires and reminds the church that every aspect of life is lived under His gracious rule.

At Bethel Baptist Church in Gladstone, Missouri, our mission is Joyful Gospel Advancement—proclaiming God’s Word, making disciples, strengthening families, and living generously with open hands and hearts. We invite you to join us in Kansas City, Liberty, and beyond as we seek to glorify God and see lives transformed by Jesus Christ.

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Speaker: Pastor Marty Beamer Text: Matthew 6:2–4 Title: True Righteousness – Giving

Jesus continues His teaching on authentic righteousness by addressing the heart behind giving. Pastor Marty explains that true generosity flows from devotion to God, not a desire for public recognition. When believers give to the needy, it must be done quietly, seeking the Father’s approval rather than man’s applause. This passage challenges the self-centered spirit of showy religion and calls us to humility and secrecy in our giving. The reward of such obedience is not earthly praise but the joy of fellowship with a God who sees in secret.

At Bethel Baptist Church in Gladstone, Missouri, our mission is Joyful Gospel Advancement—proclaiming God’s Word, making disciples, strengthening families, and living generously with open hands and hearts. We invite you to join us in Kansas City, Liberty, and beyond as we seek to glorify God and see lives transformed by Jesus Christ.

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Speaker: Pastor Marty Beamer Text: Matthew 5:11–12 Title: Blessed Persecution

Jesus expands on the theme of persecution by saying, “Blessed are you when others revile you and persecute you… on my account. Rejoice and be glad, for your reward is great in heaven.” Pastor Marty explains how this countercultural promise calls believers to see opposition not as a curse but as confirmation of belonging to Christ. The world’s rejection points us to the surpassing reward of eternal joy with God. This Beatitude reminds us that faithful discipleship may bring insults and trials, but it also guarantees blessing and hope beyond measure.

At Bethel Baptist Church in Gladstone, Missouri, our mission is Joyful Gospel Advancement—proclaiming God’s Word, making disciples, strengthening families, and living generously with open hands and hearts. We invite you to join us in Kansas City, Liberty, and beyond as we seek to glorify God and see lives transformed by Jesus Christ.

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