Sermon on the mount series message 15

Text: Matthew 5:43-48

Love your enemies! This is installment #6 of Jesus' series of lessons in which He contrasts the true heart of God with what the people are hearing from the religious leaders. This one hits home as we are told to not only love our neighbor but love our enemies and to pray for them! Lots of life application for us in this passage. We'll also prepare for the hope of the gospel through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead (Easter!) through His bookend comments, your righteousness must exceed that of the Pharisees and be perfect, as your Heavenly Father is perfect.