Turn the Other Cheek

Turn the Other Cheek

Sep 29, 2024

Passage: Matthew 5:38-42

Preacher: Bill Massey

Series: Sermon on the Mount

Category: Sunday Morning

Detail:

Sermon Intro: Jesus says astounding things like these: “Do not resist the one who is evil;” “Turn the other cheek;” and “Go the extra mile.” Few commands in Scripture, perhaps, clash more with our natural desire for vindication than these! And it is always important in our study of the Bible to bear in mind the context in which particular statements are made. If we do not hear them in their original context, we might decide they mean something quite at odds with what the original speaker intended. Even so, Jesus is stating a radical principle here by which every Christian is called to live. Do not make your “rights” the absolute basis of your relationships with others. Be ready to assume a lowly position. Be prepared to pay the price of imitating your Savior Jesus.

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