(BE)ATTITUDES of a Disciple: Matthew 5:3-12

• Blessed - “to be envied, and spiritually prosperous - with life, joy, and satisfaction in God’s favor and salvation regardless of their outward conditions.” (AMP)
• poor in spirit – absence of all self reliance
• mourn – grieving, especially Godly sorrow
• meek – strength under control
• hunger and thirst – pressing desire
• merciful – compassionate, give mercy
• pure in heart – clean in thoughts and feelings
• peacemaker – keep peace or bring reconciliation

ATTRIBUTES of a Disciple: Matthew 5:13-16

• Disciples are created for influence and to CHANGE the environment
• SALT
• preserves
• flavors
• creates thirst
• prevents infections
• Salt that is cast on the ground destroys vegetation
• LIGHT
• Dispels darkness.
• Reveals.
• Shows the way out of darkness and gives hope.
• People will notice
• These good works should draw attention to God.

APPLICATION of the Law: Matthew 5:17-48

Four Key Truths

• Christ came to fulfill the Law
• The whole Law will be fulfilled
• Those who keep and teach the Law are great in God’s kingdom.
• Your righteousness must exceed the Pharisees.

Five Laws Expounded

• Killing
• Adultery
• Swearing
• Retaliation
• Love

• What is in your HEART matters.
• God ENABLES us to keep His Law.