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Good Deeds: 10 Powerful Biblical Perspectives

1. Good Deeds Meaning From a biblical standpoint, acts of kindness represent the tangible actions we take to reflect God’s love in the world. These actions, guided by sincere intentions to love God through obedience and genuine care for others, are expressions of faith in action. In James 2:26, the Bible clearly states, “faith without […]

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7 Powerful Truths About Old Testament Divorce and God’s Unchanging Love

Intro: Old Testament Divorce Consistent with the teachings in the Sermon on the Mount, God’s position on marriage and divorce has always been the same. Contrary to Old Testament divorce, From the very beginning, God ordained marriage as a sacred covenant between a man and a woman. When He created Adam and Eve, He established

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blessed are those who mourn

Blessed Are Those Who Mourn: 5 Truths About What Jesus Meant

“Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted.” (Matthew 5:4) This verse, nestled in the opening of the Sermon on the Mount, has been quoted across pulpits, funerals, and sympathy cards. But far too often, its meaning is watered down to suggest that all mourning — any sorrow or grief — automatically receives

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let your light shine before men

7 Ways to Let Your Light Shine Before Men (Like Jesus Said You Would)

In one of the most unforgettable lines from Jesus’ teachings, He challenges His followers to do something bold yet humble: “Let your light shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven” (Matthew 5:16, KJV). Spoken during the Sermon on the Mount, this isn’t just a

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Jesus Said, “Do Not Swear” in the Bible: 3 Profound Reasons

The Sermon on the Mount is filled with powerful teachings from Jesus that challenge our daily living. Among these teachings, Jesus explicitly tells his followers, “do not swear” (Matthew 5:34-37). But why would Jesus emphasize something as seemingly simple as not making oaths? Here are three compelling reasons behind this profound biblical instruction. Reason 1:

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You Shall Not Commit Adultery: Understanding the Heart Behind Jesus’s Teaching

Introduction In the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus deepens the understanding of the commandment, “You shall not commit adultery,” by addressing not only the physical act but also the intentions of the heart. In Matthew 5:27-28, He states clearly, “You have heard that it was said, ‘You shall not commit adultery.’ But I tell you

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Do Not Cast Your Pearls Before Swine: 6 Powerful Insights from Jesus’s Teaching

Intro: Do not cast your pearls before swine In the Sermon on the Mount, found in Matthew 7:6, Jesus presented a powerful metaphor: “Do not cast your pearls before swine, lest they trample them under their feet, and turn and tear you in pieces.” What was Jesus really teaching here, and how can it transform

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Rewards in Heaven: 14 Bible Verses on the Baseline and Special Rewards in Heaven

Intro: Rewards in Heaven—What Does the Bible Promise? The Bible speaks extensively about rewards in heaven, emphasizing both baseline rewards given to all believers and special rewards based on faithfulness and service. The Sermon on the Mount and Rewards in Heaven In the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus repeatedly speaks about rewards in heaven for

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blessed are the persecuted

Blessed Are the Persecuted: 10 Times Saints Were Persecuted for Righteousness’ Sake

Introduction: Blessed are the persecuted In the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus delivers one of the most profound and challenging truths about following Him – blessed are the persecuted: “Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness’ sake, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Blessed are you when others revile you and persecute you

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