The Sermon on the Plain (Luke 6:17-49) is similar to the Sermon on the Mount (Matthew 5:1-7:27) in revealing what Christian belief looks like in Christian practice. Here is goodness made attractive, a lifestyle so countercultural it is as irresistible as challenging: “Love your enemies” (Luke 6:27), “Be merciful, even as your heavenly Father is merciful” (6:36), “take the log out of your own eye before you see the speak in your brother’s eye” (6:42).
Over the next several weeks we will sit as Jesus’ feet to hear him preach this sermon afresh, asking Him to fashion us into citizens of His Kingdom so that the quality of our lives may make the Gospel message only more compelling.
May 12, 2024 | The Blessed Life: Part 1
the Rev. Dr. Sam Ferguson
May 19, 2024 | The Blessed Life: Part 2
the Rev. Dr. Sam Ferguson
May 26, 2024 | Love Your Enemies
the Rev. Isaiah Brooms
June 9, 2024 | When Mercy Seasons Justice
the Rev. Dr. Sam Ferguson
June 16, 2024 | From Thorns in the Crown to Branches on the Vine
the Rev. Dr. John Frederick
June 23, 2024 | The Stability of Obedience
the Rev. Dr. Michael Weeks