Sermon on the Mount series message 5

Text: Matthew 5:1-12

Jesus continues to give ground-breaking teachings, as He describes inner transformation and Kingdom living. We'll cover one of the most stunning statements in God's Word: Blessed are the pure in heart... The prophetic voices of the Old Testament are set against this notion - who could possibly be truly pure in heart? New Testament theology precludes such a possibility, for we are all dead in our trespasses and sins. However, if anyone is in Christ he is a new creation. Praise the Lord for the new birth and for the very gracious promise He gives: ...they shall see God.