Sermon on the Mount Beatitudes Flashcards

Podcast

Play an AI-generated podcast conversation about this lesson

Questions and Answers

What chapters of Matthew does the Sermon on the Mount cover?

5-7

Who wrote the book of Matthew?

Matthew

Who actually preached the Sermon on the Mount?

Jesus

How many Beatitudes are there?

9 Signup and view all the answers

Where was the Sermon on the Mount given?

mountainside (hill country) by the Sea of Galilee Signup and view all the answers

Why were there crowds surrounding Jesus?

They found out that He could heal miraculously Signup and view all the answers

Matthew presents Jesus as the fulfillment of what?

The Law of Moses Signup and view all the answers

Matthew wrote to the Jews to convince them that Jesus was who?

The Messiah Signup and view all the answers

Who is the Sermon on the Mount directed to?

the disciples Signup and view all the answers

What chapter introduces the Sermon on the Mount?

Chapter 4 Signup and view all the answers

The Beatitudes focus on the Christian's what?

individual character Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of 'blessed'?

honored, revered Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of 'poor'?

poverty, destitute, bankrupt Signup and view all the answers

The poverty of the Christian is NOT a result of outside factors but is what?

self-made Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of 'mourn'?

to feel or express grief or sorrow Signup and view all the answers

What should we be mourning?

for our sins and weaknesses of ourselves as well as the sin and weaknesses of others Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of 'meek'?

strength under control Signup and view all the answers

Is meekness a weakness?

False Signup and view all the answers

Who is the greatest according to Jesus?

the last or the servant Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of 'righteousness'?

free from guilt or sin Signup and view all the answers

Jesus is what percent righteous?

100% Signup and view all the answers

If we truly desire righteousness, what will we be willing to endure?

persecution Signup and view all the answers

What is false righteousness?

Doing right things for the wrong reasons Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of 'mercy'?

the ability to feel the pain and sorrow of others Signup and view all the answers

What happens to righteousness if it doesn't have mercy?

it becomes hard, unloving, and judgmental Signup and view all the answers

What happens to mercy if it doesn't have righteousness?

it becomes loose and unaccountable Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of 'pure in heart'?

A heart free from wrong motives, bad attitudes, and have an active faith Signup and view all the answers

Peacemakers must actively participate in what?

The Great Commission Signup and view all the answers

The peace of God is more than just the absence of what?

conflict Signup and view all the answers

List the four ways that Christians have a responsibility to be peacemakers.

1.Between God and ourselves 2.Between God and sinners 3.Between ourselves and others 4.Between anyone who has conflict with another Signup and view all the answers

List the three forms of persecution.

1.Verbal abuse 2.Physical harm 3.Exclusion Signup and view all the answers

Persecution also includes what three things?

1.insults 2.slander 3.lies Signup and view all the answers

It is NOT enough to say you are a Christian, you must become what?

Christ-like Signup and view all the answers

What is oral tradition?

Info passed by word of mouth and not documents Signup and view all the answers

What are three parts of the upside down kingdom?

1.Honor by serving 2.Revenge vs forgiveness 3.Gain true wealth by giving it away Signup and view all the answers

What is the Torah?

first 5 books of the Old Testament Signup and view all the answers

What are three prophetic promises that Jesus fulfilled?

1.He would be honored by the nations 2.He would be born in Bethlehem 3.He would be born of a virgin Signup and view all the answers

What is shown in chapters 1-3?

Connects Jesus to Old Testament through Abraham, David, and Moses Signup and view all the answers

What is shown in chapters 4-7?

Jesus announces the coming of God's kingdom Signup and view all the answers

What is shown in chapters 8-10?

Jesus brings the kingdom into the lives of the people Signup and view all the answers

What is shown in chapters 11-13?

Shows the responses to Jesus's ministry and the unfolding of His mission Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Sermon on the Mount Overview

Covers chapters 5-7 of the Book of Matthew.
Written by Matthew to demonstrate Jesus as the Messiah and fulfill the Law of Moses.
Preached by Jesus to his disciples amidst crowds drawn by His miraculous healing abilities.
Delivered on a mountainside by the Sea of Galilee.

Beatitudes

Total of 9 Beatitudes focusing on individual Christian character.
The term "blessed" means honored and revered.
References to "poor" relate to spiritual bankruptcy, not material circumstance.
Mourning should encompass sorrow for personal sins as well as the sins of others.
Meekness is characterized as strength under control; it is a challenge to master and not a weakness.

Righteousness and Mercy

Righteousness is defined as free from guilt or sin; Jesus embodies 100% righteousness.
A desire for righteousness may lead to persecution.
False righteousness involves doing right for wrong reasons.
Mercy is the capability to empathize with others' pain; without it, righteousness turns hard and unloving.
A lack of righteousness leads to loose, unaccountable mercy.

Purity and Peacemaking

Being "pure in heart" means having a heart free from wrong motives and actively practicing faith.
Peacemakers are expected to participate in the Great Commission.
God's peace transcends mere conflict absence, encompassing active reconciliation.
Responsibilities of Christians as peacemakers include relationships with God, between sinful individuals, with one another, and resolving conflicts.

Persecution

Forms of persecution encompass verbal abuse, physical harm, and exclusion.
Additional forms include insults, slander, and false accusations.
True Christian identity requires embodying Christ-like qualities, beyond mere identification.

Oral Tradition and the Kingdom

Oral tradition is information passed verbally, not through written documents.
The "upside-down kingdom" principles include honoring through serving, choosing forgiveness over revenge, and discovering true wealth through generosity.

Torah and Prophetic Fulfillment

The Torah consists of the first five books of the Old Testament.
Prophetic promises fulfilled by Jesus include:
- Being honored by the nations.
- Birth in Bethlehem.
- Birth from a virgin.

Gospel Structure

Chapters 1-3 connect Jesus to the Old Testament through Abraham, David, and Moses.
Chapters 4-7 present the announcement of God's kingdom.
Chapters 8-10 depict Jesus bringing the kingdom into people's lives.
Chapters 11-13 continue the demonstration of Jesus' ministry and message.

Studying That Suits You

Use AI to generate personalized quizzes and flashcards to suit your learning preferences.

Description

Test your knowledge of the Beatitudes from the Sermon on the Mount with these flashcards. Covering key details such as the chapters in Matthew and the speaker of the sermon, this quiz is perfect for students and teachers alike. Challenge yourself to remember these important aspects of this significant biblical passage.