This lesson is an overview of the Sermon on the Mount (Matthew 5-7) and a look at the first Beattitude.

This lesson covers the 2nd & 3rd Beatitude.

This lesson examines the 4th-8th Beatitude.

This lesson examines one of the metaphors Christ uses to describe the citizens of His kingdom - salt.

This lesson examines the other metaphor Christ uses to describe His disciples (light) and the meaning of Christ's statement re: the fulfillment of the "Law and the Prophets"

This lesson examines Jesus' relationship with the Old Testament scriptures, especially the Law of Moses.

This lesson begins to unpack what Jesus meant by requiring a righteousness "that exceeded the righteousness of the Pharisees".

This lesson analyzes anger from both it's sinful expressions and it's legitimate uses.

This lesson addresses the subject of lust and adultery, as well as the radical response we must have to the lust we find in our heart.

This lesson makes application of Jesus' call for a radical response to the lust in our heart; the lesson makes clear that asceticism is not the answer.

This lesson is Part 1 of a three-part series on the subject of divorce ... click HERE for the handout that goes with the lesson.

This lesson is Part 2 of a three-part series on the subject of divorce ... click HERE for the handout that goes with the lesson.

This lesson is Part 3 of a three-part series on the subject of divorce ... click HERE for the handout that goes with the lesson.

This lesson discusses the importance of integrity and truthfulness; Jesus is very clear that making an oath/vow is a serious commitment for the citizen of His kingdom.

This lesson explores several case studies that relate to our response to conflict.

This lesson continues the examination of the four case studies presented by Christ related to biblical responses to conflict.

This lesson examines the biblical definition of a "neighbor" and an "enemy".

How should we love our enemies? This lesson zero's in on the "disinterested love" we are to exhibit towards those who attack us.

Hypocrisy in the behavior of a Kingdom citizen is under the scrutiny of this lesson.

This lesson deals with the secrecy of our "works of righteousness" ... how secret do they need to be in order to avoid hypocrisy?

This lesson discusses the hypocrisy that can infect our public praying.

This lesson is a detailed examination of the Lord's Prayer.

This lesson continues the discussion of the Lord's Prayer, specifically the last three requests.