Many of us feel the weight of these teachings.  Loving your enemies? Controlling anger? Being truthful even when it costs you? Forgiving the unforgivable? These are perfect principles—yet impossible to apply perfectly because of our human weakness.  There is nothing wrong with Jesus’ teaching; the struggle comes from our frailty.

The Sermon on the Mount (Matthew 5–7) is one of Jesus’ most challenging teachings — counter-intuitive, counter-cultural, and completely opposite to the logic of the world. Society tells us: “Look out for yourself.” Jesus says: “Deny yourself.” The world teaches: “Love those who love you.” Jesus commands: “Love your enemies.” The world says: “Stand your ground.” Jesus says: “Turn the other cheek.” These are not suggestions but the very essence of Christian living — a call to be light in darkness.

The Sermon on the Mount in Matthew chapters 5 to 7 is one of the greatest teachings ever given by Jesus.  It spans 111 verses, of which 97 verses of Jesus preaching recorded, showing the depth and completeness of His instruction.  While the Gospel of Luke also records a similar teaching — often called the Sermon on the Plain (Luke 6:27–49) — the emphasis in Matthew is different.  

Jesus, in Matthew chapter 7, calls His followers to make a choice: which gate will you enter, whose voice will you follow, and what foundation will you build upon.  The Sermon on the Mount does not end with admiration or agreement; Jesus demands a response.  There are only two paths — one leading to life, and another ending in destruction.

Many stop at the first phrase, “Judge not, that you be not judged” (vs. 1), concluding that Christians must never judge at all.   But Jesus did not give a full stop there.  The whole passage must be read together. 

The Golden Rule is golden because it reflects the very heart of God.  It is the gold standard of love, compassion, and sacrifice.  It demands more than passive kindness—it compels action, compassion, and sacrifice without limit.

The question is personal: What treasures are you holding on to? Earthly treasures glitter for a while, but they always fade. Heavenly treasures may look humble in the eyes of the world, but they shine forever.

Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our debts, As we forgive our debtors. And do not lead us into temptation, But deliver us from the evil one. For Yours is the kingdom and the power and the glory forever. Amen.

Outward “show religion” may earn temporary applause from men but carries no eternal reward. The lesson is simple yet piercing: what matters is not what looks convincing to others, but what is sincere before God.

“Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God.” (Philippians 4:6).

True prayer is not judged by outward presentation — eloquent words, posture, or length — but by the content of the speech and the heart behind it. God looks deeper, at sincerity, humility, and truth.

Jesus calls us to a kind of love that goes beyond what feels natural. Loving those who love us is easy, but true Christian love shines when we love those who dislike us, oppose us, or even hurt us.

From surrendering our pride to letting go of control, this message reminds us that true Christian strength is found not in revenge, but in selfless sacrifice — just like Jesus. 

Rooted in Jesus’ teachings from the Sermon on the Mount, we are reminded that truthfulness is not optional for the believer — it is a way of life that reflects Christ Himself.

Jesus’ teaching in Matthew 5:5—“Blessed are the meek, for they shall inherit the earth”—challenges conventional wisdom and remains just as revolutionary today as when He first preached it.

In a world where permanence is rare and commitment is often optional, Jesus’ words in this part of the Sermon on the Mount speak with piercing clarity.  He reaffirms that marriage is not just a legal contract—it is a sacred covenant designed by God.  

Lust engages not just the eyes but the brain—the limbic system that controls emotion and desire. Lust starts with attraction, grows into obsession, and eventually leads to objectification.

In this part of the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus expands on the commandment “You shall not murder” by addressing a deeper issue—anger.

True righteousness, then, is not about appearing religious or impressive to others. It is about being inwardly transformed, humbly obedient, and genuinely loving.

What is the first thing you knew when you were born? For many, light is among the earliest experiences of consciousness. Yet, we often take light for granted.