Sermon on the mount series message 16

Text: Matthew 6:1-15

We've just completed a section in which Jesus contrasts the Pharisees' application to Old Testament teachings to His own application - naturally, Jesus shows us the heart of God in the matter, while also showing us the futility of establishing our own righteousness through keeping the Ten Commandments and such. Our next section - chapter six - shows us how to live as Christ-followers. Once again, Jesus contrasts the Pharisaical approach to religion with a vision of how godly faith works itself out. "You've heard it said...but I tell you" is replaced by, "You've seen it done this way but...well, don't do that!" In this message, we'll talk about giving and praying. Key concept? Christian living is about heart transformation and an Audience of One - not about a hypocritical show of your good works.