Sermon Text: Matthew 5:38–48

Main Idea: Pursue a life of humble generosity not personal vindictiveness. 

I. The Key to Jesus’ Command (Matthew 5:38–39a)

            A. The Permanence of God’s Law

            B. The Goodness of God’s Law

II. The Context of Our Non-Resistance (Matthew 5:39b–43)

A. People Who Attack Our Honor and Integrity

B. People Who Have Legal Authority Over Us

C. People Who Ask Us for Financial Assistance

III. The Principle Behind Jesus’ Command