10 commands from Matthew Chapter 5

10 Commands from Matthew Chapter 5

1. Don't be angry
2. Do not have lustful intent
3. Do not divorce
4. Don't lie
5. Love your enemies
6. Give to the one who begs from you.
7. Forgive-no matter the circumstance
8. Be perfect
9. Pray for those who persecute you.
10. If anyone asks' for your coat give them your shirt as well.

Two commands that I feel like are so important as we discuss being a disciple-

Firstly, to not be angry. Gooooberrr! There are so many angry people within the church; what are we angry about? The people who are bringing the good news that we were once sinners- but God being rich in mercy has sent his Son as a sacrifice for our sins- that we might not perish, but we have risen WITH Christ and have been placed in the heavenly realms. Not much to be angry about there. In a dark broken world- anger is not a source of light to be the life of all men.

Secondly, to give generously. There are two things that we, the church- have such are hard time with. First of all, we (I) am so selfish. I give to me, so much. If I believe that I am called to die to myself each day- I don't think my generosity is much evidence of such. Also, I know so many people that save up their money and live in a spirit of 'stress' in a way that makes it look like- our God who giver of all good gifts has never blessed or provided for the human race before. "We will overcome by the blood of the lamb, and the word of our testimony." The word of our testimony comes from God's great provision over our lives-not our own.

Jesus- search my heart, reveal the sin in my heart that keeps me from following you as you have called your disciples. Give me the strength to overcome the evil one. Teach me, Oh God.