The approval of men and great earthly treasures are nothing in comparison to the approval of God and the treasures that await us in heaven. Our reward in (1) giving, (2) praying, (3) fasting, and (4)heaven.

The love of Christ for us and in us is evident in the heart's disposition toward neighbors, truth, and enemies. 1. Anger is guilt. 2. Lust is adultery. 3. Make no oath. 4. Do not resist an evil person. 5. Love your enemies.

If we are to be the light of the world, we must maintain that (1) Jesus is the righteous law-keeper and (2) we walk in accord with His righteousness. a. The role of salt and light (vs. 13-14) b. The purpose of the light (vs. 15-16) c. The provision of Christ's righteousness (vs. 17-18) d. The provision of Christian righteousness (vs. 19-20)

For those who are deprived of the world's blessings, should they look to the Blessed Christ they will be counted among the blessed in the kingdom of heaven.

The ministry opf ordinary Christians is to preach and teach the light of Christ to saints and sinners with love and leadership.

Christ overcame temptation where Adam and Israel failed, and because Christ has overcome, we have life in Him, and can live like Him. Life by the word of God; Life sustained by faith in God; Life devoted to the worship God.

The Christian life is characterized by being, guiding, and uniting with the repentant. The message of repentance, Being the repentant, Guiding the repentant, Uniting with the repentant.

The victory of Christ's resurrection grants believers the hope of eternal line to come and the hope of an abundant life today. The church will be imperishable. Death will be powerless. Christ is the victor. The Church is fruitful.

Though the wicked seek the destruction of Christ and His kingdom, none will overcome Him. The endurance of the kingdom and our final victory in Jesus has been ordained from the beginning!