Preaching the Word: Sermon on the Mount—The Message of the Kingdom
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Overview
There is no other section of Scripture that brings you face to face with your own humanity and the grace of salvation as the Sermon does. As Christ masterfully expounds on the Kingdom of Heaven, He presents believers with the perfect standard of the Christian life. Kent Hughes faithfully explores the words that penetrate our hearts, and brings forth the lessons from this matchless model of the Christian life.
Kent Hughes faithfully explores the words that penetrate our hearts, and brings forth the lessons from this matchless model of the Christian life.
Top Highlights
“The intimate connection of this second Beatitude with the first is beautiful and compelling. The first Beatitude, ‘Blessed are the poor in spirit,’ is primarily intellectual (those who understand that they are spiritual beggars are blessed); the second Beatitude, ‘Blessed are those who mourn,’ is its emotional counterpart. It naturally follows that when we see ourselves for what we are, our emotions will be stirred to mourning.” (Page 26)
“However, the root meaning here is determined by the seven occurrences of ‘righteousness’ in the Sermon on the Mount that indicate it means a subjective righteousness, an inner righteousness that works itself out in one’s living in conformity to God’s will—righteous living. Thus, those who ‘hunger and thirst for righteousness’ long to live righteously, and for righteousness to prevail in the world. It is a passionate desire, which begins with one’s own life, that all things should be lived in line with God’s will.” (Page 40)
“Thus a deep trust in the sovereign power of God is the key to meekness.” (Page 35)
“God’s Word. Because the theme is entering the kingdom of heaven, it shows us exactly where we stand in relation to the kingdom and eternal life (see 5:3; 7:21). As we expose ourselves to the X-rays of Christ’s words, we see whether we truly are believers; and if believers, the degree of the authenticity of our lives. No other section of Scripture makes us face ourselves like the Sermon on the Mount. It is violent, but its violence can be our ongoing liberation! It is the antidote to the pretense and sham that plagues Christianity.” (Page 16)
Product Details
- Title: Sermon on the Mount: The Message of the Kingdom
- Author: R. Kent Hughes
- Publisher: Crossway
- Publication Date: 2001
- Pages: 287
R. Kent Hughes is senior pastor emeritus of College Church in Wheaton, Illinois. Hughes earned a DMin in 1981 from Trinity Evangelical Divinity School and a DD from Biola University in 1991. Dr. Hughes’ 42 years of ministry consists of 10 years as a youth pastor, five as a church planter, and 27 as a senior pastor at College Church.
Hughes has authored numerous books, including the best-selling Disciplines of a Godly Man. He is also editor of and contributor to the 19-volume Preaching the Word series, including Mark: Jesus, Servant and Savior, which received the E.C.P.A. Gold Medallion Book Award for best commentary in 1990.
Reviews
5 ratings
David Anfinrud
3/4/2021
I like the way he presents the Sermon on the Mount. Much to learn and think about on the subject. ANd it is important to know what Jesus described as a True Believer. Emphasis on the Beatitudes is that we are not worthy we can not do it by ourselves. Salvation is a gift from God. I recommend every Christian to read this book. Prayfully let God Guide and help you grow in Knowledge and Faith. And it will be a tough Read. Let the Holy Spirit open your eyes to the Truth of who we are and what we need to be to be True Followers of Christ.
LARRY S. CROSSLEY
9/2/2017
Terri Young
4/23/2015
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