Did Jesus contradict himself? Q&A – Sermon on the Mount E7

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Did Jesus contradict himself or do both his teachings and actions emphasise the importance of grace? How do we interpret Jesus' teaching on worry in light of the cost of living crisis? How do we navigate Jesus' teaching on divorce? In this episode we answer your questions about the Sermon on the Mount!

Mark's article on divorce

Timestamps
  • (00:35) - How can we let others see our good deeds if we're supposed to do everything in secret?
  • (02:50) - Jesus' teaching on lust vs his mercy towards the woman caught in adultery
  • (10:50) - What's the difference between the Sermon on the Mount and the Sermon on the Plain?
  • (16:10) - Jesus' teaching on retaliation vs his radical heart for justice
  • (21:38) - Jesus' teaching on worry in the light of the cost of living crisis
  • (24:26) - Within church family, we are called to take care of one another
  • (26:21) - If you're married to a divorced person are you continually committing adultery with them?


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Did Jesus contradict himself? Q&A – Sermon on the Mount E7
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