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According to Matthew chapter 5: verse 1, where did Jesus go and sit down?

up on a mountainside

Finish this verse (and give the reference): 'Blessed are the poor in...'

spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Matthew 5:3

Finish this verse (and give the reference): 'Blessed are those who mourn...'

...for they will be comforted. Matthew 5:4

Finish this verse (and give the reference): 'Blessed are the meek, for...'

<p>...they will inherit the earth. Matthew 5:5</p> Signup and view all the answers

Finish this verse (and give the reference): 'Blessed are those who hunger...'

<p>...and thirst for righteousness, for they will be filled. Matthew 5:6</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who will be shown mercy?

<p>the merciful</p> Signup and view all the answers

Finish this verse (and give the reference): 'Blessed are the merciful...'

<p>...for they will be shown mercy. Matthew 5:7</p> Signup and view all the answers

Finish this verse (and give the reference): 'Blessed are the pure in...'

<p>...heart, for they will see God. Matthew 5:8</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who will be called children of God?

<p>the peacemakers</p> Signup and view all the answers

Finish this verse (and give the reference): 'Blessed are the peacemakers, for...'

<p>...they will be called children of God. Matthew 5:9</p> Signup and view all the answers

Finish this verse (and give the reference): 'Blessed are those who are...'

<p>...persecuted because of righteousness, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Matthew 5:10</p> Signup and view all the answers

Finish this verse (and give the reference): 'Blessed are you when people...'

<p>...insult you, persecute you and falsely say all kinds of evil against you because of me. Matthew 5:11</p> Signup and view all the answers

Finish this verse (and give the reference): 'Rejoice and be glad...'

<p>...because great is your reward in heaven, for in the same way they persecuted the prophets who were before you. Matthew 5:12</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to Matthew chapter 5: verse 13, what is no longer good for anything?

<p>salt that loses its saltiness</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to Matthew chapter 5: verse 13, when salt loses its saltiness, what is the only thing that it is good for?

<p>to be thrown out and trampled underfoot</p> Signup and view all the answers

Finish this verse and give the reference: 'You are the salt of...'

<p>...the earth. But if the salt loses its saltiness, how can it be made salty again? It is no longer good for anything, except to be thrown out and trampled underfoot. Matthew 5:13</p> Signup and view all the answers

Finish this verse and give the reference: 'You are the light...'

<p>...of the world. A town built on a hill cannot be hidden. Matthew 5:14</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do people not light and put under a bowl?

<p>a lamp</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to Matthew chapter 5: verse 16, what may others see?

<p>Your good deeds</p> Signup and view all the answers

Finish this verse and give the reference: 'In the same way...'

<p>...let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven. Matthew 5:16</p> Signup and view all the answers

What will not disappear from the Law until everything is accomplished?

<p>not the smallest letter, not the least stroke of a pen</p> Signup and view all the answers

What will whoever practices and teaches these commands be called in the kingdom of heaven?

<p>Great</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to Matthew chapter 5: verse 21, what have you heard?

<p>That it was said to the people long ago, 'You shall not murder', and anyone who murders will be subject to judgment</p> Signup and view all the answers

In Matthew chapter 5, what is an Aramaic term of contempt?

<p>Raca!</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who may hand you over to the officer?

<p>the judge</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to Matthew chapter 5: verse 27, what have you heard?

<p>You shall not commit adultery</p> Signup and view all the answers

When should you gouge out your right eye and throw it away?

<p>if it causes you to stumble</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to Matthew chapter 5: verse 31, who must give his wife a certificate of divorce?

<p>anyone who divorces his wife</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who causes his wife to become an adulteress?

<p>the one who divorces his wife</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to Matthew chapter 5: verse 33, what should you keep?

<p>oaths and vows you have made</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why should you not swear by heaven?

<p>for it is God's throne</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why should you not swear by Jerusalem?

<p>For it is the city of the Great King (God)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why should you not swear by your head?

<p>For you cannot make even one hair white or black</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should you let be 'No'?

<p>Your 'No'</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to Matthew 5: verse 38, what was said?

<p>'Eye for eye, and tooth for tooth'</p> Signup and view all the answers

What if someone wants to sue you and take your shirt?

<p>Let him have your coat as well</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to Matthew chapter 5: verse 41, when should you go with him two miles?

<p>If someone forces you to go one mile</p> Signup and view all the answers

From whom should you not turn away?

<p>the one who wants to borrow from you</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to Matthew chapter 5: verse 44, whom should you love?

<p>Your enemies</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does your Father in heaven send on the righteous and the unrighteous?

<p>Rain</p> Signup and view all the answers

Whom do even the tax collectors love?

<p>Those who love them</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do even pagans do?

<p>Greet their brothers</p> Signup and view all the answers

Finish this verse (and give the reference): 'Be perfect, therefore, as your...'

<p>...heavenly Father is perfect. Matthew 5:48</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to Matthew 5: verse 12, why should you rejoice and be glad?

<p>because great is your reward in heaven</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to Matthew 5: verse 13, what are you?

<p>the salt of the earth</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to Matthew 5, verse 14, what are you?

<p>the light of the world</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do people do to a lamp to enjoy its light?

<p>put it on its stand</p> Signup and view all the answers

When a light is put on its stand what does it do?

<p>gives light to everyone in the house</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why should we let our light shine before others?

<p>So that they may see our good deeds and give glory to God</p> Signup and view all the answers

Did Jesus say he came to abolish the Law or the prophets?

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did Jesus say he came to do with the Law and the prophets?

<p>fulfill them</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did Jesus say would happen to someone who teaches people that they don't have to follow God's commands?

<p>they will be called least in the kingdom of heaven</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did Jesus say was the same as murdering our brother?

<p>having anger towards our brother</p> Signup and view all the answers

If we have been angry with our brother or sister (or anyone), what did Jesus say we should do before offering our gift at the altar?

<p>First go and be reconciled to them</p> Signup and view all the answers

If someone wants to take us to court what should we do?

<p>settle matters quickly with them while on the way to court</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Jesus say is the same thing as adultery?

<p>looking at a woman lustfully</p> Signup and view all the answers

Finish this sentence: It is better for you to lose one part of your body than...

<p>for your whole body to be thrown into hell</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should we let be our 'Yes'?

<p>our yes</p> Signup and view all the answers

Did Jesus say we should resist an evil person?

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

If someone slaps us on the right cheek, what should we do?

<p>turn to them the other cheek also</p> Signup and view all the answers

If someone asks us to give to them, what should we do?

<p>give to the one who asks you</p> Signup and view all the answers

If someone wants to borrow from us, what should we do?

<p>do not turn away from them</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should we do to those who persecute us?

<p>Pray for them</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should we do to our enemies?

<p>love them</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who does God cause his sun to rise on?

<p>the evil and the good</p> Signup and view all the answers

To whom does God send rain?

<p>the righteous and the unrighteous</p> Signup and view all the answers

If you love those who love you, what reward will you get?

<p>none</p> Signup and view all the answers

If you greet only your friends, what are you doing more than others?

<p>nothing</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Key Teachings from Matthew Chapter 5

  • Jesus delivered his teachings while sitting on a mountainside, indicating a place of authority and reverence.
  • The Beatitudes highlight characteristics and actions that align with God's kingdom, beginning with "Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven" (Matthew 5:3).
  • Comfort is promised to those who mourn, emphasizing God’s empathy towards human suffering (Matthew 5:4).
  • The meek are assured of inheriting the earth, showcasing the value of humility (Matthew 5:5).
  • A deep yearning for righteousness is rewarded with fulfillment (Matthew 5:6).
  • The merciful are promised mercy, reinforcing the reciprocal nature of compassion (Matthew 5:7).
  • Those who are pure in heart will see God, illustrating the importance of inner holiness (Matthew 5:8).
  • Peacemakers are recognized as children of God, emphasizing the divine approval of peacemaking (Matthew 5:9).
  • Persecution for righteousness leads to the same promise of citizenship in the kingdom of heaven (Matthew 5:10).
  • Insults and false accusations due to faith are reasons to rejoice, as they align with the experiences of the prophets (Matthew 5:11-12).

Imagery and Metaphors

  • Salt symbolizes preservation and flavor; losing saltiness renders it worthless (Matthew 5:13).
  • Believers are described as the light of the world, representing guidance and truth (Matthew 5:14).
  • A lamp is intended to be placed on a stand for maximum visibility, symbolizing the purpose of good deeds (Matthew 5:15-16).

Relationship to the Law

  • Jesus asserts the enduring nature of the Law; not even the smallest detail will fade until fulfillment (Matthew 5:18).
  • Those who practice and teach God's commands occupy a prominent place in the kingdom of heaven (Matthew 5:19).

Teachings on Anger and Adultery

  • Anger towards a brother is equated with murder, urging reconciliation before worship (Matthew 5:21-24).
  • Lustful thoughts are condemned as equivalent to adultery, stressing the importance of purity in thought (Matthew 5:27-28).
  • Extreme measures are advised for sin prevention, illustrating the seriousness of sin to the point of self-sacrifice (Matthew 5:29-30).

Oaths and Retaliation

  • Jesus encourages integrity in speech, advocating that one's "yes" or "no" be sufficient without swearing by anything (Matthew 5:33-37).
  • The concept of "an eye for an eye" is challenged, promoting non-retaliation and generosity towards those who wrong us (Matthew 5:38-42).

Love and Prayer

  • A revolutionary command to love enemies is emphasized, highlighting God's impartiality in blessings (Matthew 5:44-45).
  • Prayer for persecutors reflects a deeper understanding of love and forgiveness beyond societal norms (Matthew 5:44).

Call to Perfection

  • A final exhortation calls for believers to strive for perfection, mirroring the perfection of God (Matthew 5:48), illustrating the high moral standards expected from followers.

Conclusion

  • Overall, Matthew Chapter 5 presents foundational Christian ethics, beckoning followers towards love, mercy, humility, and integrity while challenging societal norms of justice and retaliation.

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