Key Idea: To be salt is to seek to make things better and stop things from getting worse, by living as faithful citizens of God’s kingdom, to make known our King. Two questions about being the salt of the earth: We live faithfully by being guided by truth and love:

Key idea: We as kingdom citizens see earthly relationships differently because of our King and his kingdom mission. Three kingdom truths to pursue that will guide, grow, restore, and give purpose to our everyday relationships and interactions.

I. Anchored in God (Matthew 5:5) Defining MeeknessThe Foundation of Meekness (Psalm 37) “Meekness is not weakness but strength under control – a strength that is completely anchored in God’s sovereignty and surrendered to God’s purposes” The Effects of Meekness II. Hungering for God (Matthew 5:6) A Craving for Righteous Living Displaying Humility in the […]

Key Idea: The investment that produces the greatest profit is generosity.

I. Your Suffering for Christ Reveals the Gospel (4:1-11) A. Gospel Light (vv1-6) B. Jars of Clay (v7) C. Dying to Live (vv8-11) II. Your Suffering for Christ Produces Reward (4:12-18) A. Suffering Now Wins Souls for Christ (vv12-15) B. Suffering Now Sanctifies Your Soul (v16) C. Suffering Now Produces Heavenly Rewards (v17-18)

Key idea: Unlike the dead hopes of the world, the resurrection of Christ offers us a living hope.

Key Idea: The gospel of the kingdom means embracing and reflecting the light ofChrist. I. The Hope of the Kingdom: Embracing the Light of Christ           A. Hope declared           B. Hope demonstrated II. The Mission of the Kingdom: Reflect the Light of Christ       […]