Jesus: provocative, hyperbolic and radical – Sermon on the Mount E2

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What does Jesus say about anger and lust? Was Jesus intentionally provocative? What's the importance of reconciliation? Join us as we look at Matthew 5.21–30, discussing the new perspective Jesus introduces on anger and lust, as well as his radical challenge to forgive. We also dive into the hyperbolic and provocative nature of Jesus' words and learn more about what it is that he truly values.
Timestamps
  • (00:00) - Intro
  • (01:00) - Matthew 5.21–26: Anger
  • (02:00) - 'You have heard it said, but I say'
  • (07:50) - What do we value and what does Jesus value?
  • (11:00) - Judgement
  • (14:00) - Reconciliation (verses 23–24) and how we do this today
  • (17:50) - Amos 5.21–24: What God really values
  • (19:50) - We must take responsibility
  • (21:40) - Settling disputes before court
  • (28:01) - Matthew 5.27–30: Adultery
  • (28:38) - Should we take Jesus' commands literally?
  • (31:01) - How do we navigate lust in a sexualised society?
  • (36:31) - Is this just about men?
  • (40:31) - The challenge not to indulge certain thoughts

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The Quiet Revival report has taken the UK by storm. But how is your church responding to this missional moment? And how can you invite today’s spiritually open Gen Z to experience Scripture?

Join Dr Andrew Ollerton and Dr Rhiannon McAleer, co-author of The Quiet Revival report, as they unpack the data from our report, investigate how Scripture is speaking to the societal challenges of our day, and share a roadmap to increasing confidence in the Bible in your community.

With our research showing 26 per cent of people in England and Wales are interested in discovering more about Bible, this podcast will inspire, encourage and equip you to discover your place in The Quiet Revival.

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