Kingdom Values

The Greatest Sermon Ever • Matthew 5:1-12 • June 8, 2025 • Dan Johnston, NRHC Elder

The Sermon on the Mount invites us to reimagine what it means to live 'the good life.' The Beatitudes, found in Matthew 5:3-12, paint a radical picture of blessedness that challenges our worldly notions of success and happiness. We're called to embrace a 'kingdom reversal' where weakness trumps strength, internal transformation outweighs external appearances, and suffering for Christ supersedes comfort. This message urges us to shift our focus from merely getting into heaven to allowing heaven to permeate our lives here and now. As we reflect on these counter-cultural values, we're encouraged to examine our hearts, confront our weaknesses, and boldly live out our faith, even in the face of adversity. The Beatitudes aren't a ladder to climb, but a window through which we can glimpse the very heart of God and His kingdom.