The Jesus Way: Matthew 5-7
A walk through of the Sermon on the Mount
The Blessed Way | Matthew 5:1-12 | MESSAGE
July 25, 2021 • Thad Huff • Matthew 5:1–12, Philippians 3:8–9, James 1:2–4
Join us for the start of our new series. Becoming more and more like Jesus in every way inspires us. If you wanted to dive into the unique lens through which Jesus interprets the faith and communicates the heart of God to the first disciples, you have to explore the moment called the Sermon on the Mount. This moment is where he begins to turn the traditions into a new perspective; bringing the kingdom of heaven to earth. The teachings were not a contradiction, but they were an abrupt culture shift. So, we begin a journey to explore these crucial teachings, challenging us to follow THE JESUS WAY. Be sure to check out https://linktr.ee/openlifechurch for all of today’s links and next steps you can take at Open Life Church like: • First time at Open Life? • Fill out a Connect Card • Join the 2021 Open Life Bible Reading Plan • Kids Life Lesson • Next Steps • Giving • Join the Open Life facebook group. All at the link above ⬆️
Salt & Light | Matthew 5:13-16 | MESSAGE
August 1, 2021 • Jadon Haynes • Colossians 4:2–6, Matthew 5:13–16, Matthew 5:1–2, Matthew 6:1, James 1:22–27
Today we’re unpacking Matthew 5:13-16, where Jesus calls us to be the salt and light of the world. Jesus is teaching all of us to live in a way of contrast that benefits others, so that God is praised. Be sure to check out https://linktr.ee/openlifechurch for all of today’s links and next steps you can take at Open Life Church like: • First time at Open Life? • Fill out a Connect Card • Join the 2021 Open Life Bible Reading Plan • Kids Life Lesson • Next Steps • Giving • Join the Open Life facebook group. All at the link above ⬆️
Fulfillment | Matthew 5:17-20 | MESSAGE
August 8, 2021 • Thad Huff • 2 Timothy 3:16–17, Hebrews 10:1–14, Romans 3:20–22, Psalm 1, Matthew 5:17–20
Today we’re unpacking Matthew 5:17-20, where Jesus explains that He didn’t come to abolish the Law or the Prophets, but to fulfill them. When we unpack this teaching we’re also setting the stage for future week where Jesus begins teaching us how to actually live with Him as the Way. Be sure to check out https://linktr.ee/openlifechurch for all of today’s links and next steps you can take at Open Life Church like: • First time at Open Life? • Fill out a Connect Card • Join the 2021 Open Life Bible Reading Plan • Kids Life Lesson • Next Steps • Giving • Join the Open Life facebook group. All at the link above ⬆️ Today's Worship: "Fresh Wind” Written by Ben Fielding, Brooke Ligertwood, David Ware, Matt Crocker ©2020 Hillsong Music Publishing Australia CCLI #: 7166857 Used by Permission. CCLI License: 4545151 "New Thing” Written by Benjamin Hastings, Melodie Wagner, Michael Fatkin ©2020 Hillsong Music Publishing Australia CCLI #: 7147807 Used by Permission. CCLI License: 4545151
Anger | Matthew 5:21-26 | MESSAGE
August 15, 2021 • Thad Huff • Proverbs 15:1, Ephesians 4:26–27, Matthew 5:21–26, James 1:19, Psalm 4:4
In Matthew 5,21-26, Jesus unpacks the well known commandment to not commit murder, but in the Jesus way, even the act of being angry leaves us open to judgment. Join us this morning as we look at what Jesus and the rest of scripture has to say about anger. Be sure to check out https://linktr.ee/openlifechurch for all of today’s links and next steps you can take at Open Life Church like: • First time at Open Life? • Fill out a Connect Card • Join the 2021 Open Life Bible Reading Plan • Kids Life Lesson • Next Steps • Giving • Join the Open Life facebook group. All at the link above ⬆️
Pure Hearts | Matthew 5:27-37 | MESSAGE
August 22, 2021 • Jadon Haynes • Matthew 5:8, 1 John 1:5–10, Psalm 139:23–24, Matthew 5:27–37, Mark 7:20–23
In Matthew 5:27-37, Jesus takes us through teachings on adultery, divorce, and vows as he continues to challenge us to surrender our hearts to him. Jesus wants our outward way of living to match our inner way of being. Be sure to check out https://linktr.ee/openlifechurch for all of today’s links and next steps you can take at Open Life Church: • First time at Open Life? • Fill out a Connect Card • Join the 2021 Open Life Bible Reading Plan • Kids Life Lesson • Next Steps • Giving • Join the Open Life facebook group. All at the link above ⬆️ Today's Worship: "The Story I’ll Tell” Written by Alton Eugene, Benji Cowart, Naomi Raine ©2020 Heritage Worship Music Publishing Curb Songs HowieCowie Publishing Alton Eugene Publishing Maverick City Publishing Naomi Raine Music CCLI #: 7153516 Used by Permission. CCLI License: 4545151 "Broken Vessels (Amazing Grace)” Written by Joel Houston, Jonas Myrin ©2014 Hillsong Music Publishing Australia CCLI #: 7019974 Used by Permission. CCLI License: 4545151
Love in Action | Matthew 5:38-48 | MESSAGE
August 29, 2021 • Thad Huff • Romans 2:4, 1 Peter 2:15, Matthew 5:38–48, Romans 12:19–21, Luke 6:27–28
Maybe you’ve heard the teaching that says we should love our neighbors, but it’s fine if we hate our enemies. In Matthew 5:38-48, Jesus explains why followers of him actually are called to love those that might hate us. One of the greatest opportunities to put Jesus’ love into action is in loving our enemies. Be sure to check out https://linktr.ee/openlifechurch for all of today’s links and next steps you can take at Open Life Church: • First time at Open Life? • Fill out a Connect Card • Student Life Back to School Party | 9/14 @ 6:30pm • Join the 2021 Open Life Bible Reading Plan • Kids Life Lesson • Next Steps • Giving • Join the Open Life facebook group. All at the link above ⬆️ Today's Worship: "New Thing” Written by Benjamin Hastings, Melodie Wagner, Michael Fatkin ©2020 Hillsong Music Publishing Australia CCLI #: 7147807 Used by Permission. CCLI License: 4545151 "It is So” Written by Brian Johnson, Chris Brown, Steven Furtick, Tiffany Hammer ©2018 Music by Elevation Worship Publishing, Bethel Music Publishing CCLI #: 7124943 Used by Permission. CCLI License: 4545151
How You Give | Matthew 6:1-4 | MESSAGE
September 5, 2021 • Thad Huff • Mark 12:41–44, Matthew 6:1–4, 1 Timothy 6:17–19, Matthew 25:31–40, 2 Corinthians 9:6–15
In Matthew 6:1-4, Jesus tells us how we should give to those in need. Apparently HOW and WHY we give matters. Today, we’re going to look at how we can purify our motives as we give and serve those that are in need. Join for an encouraging service on this Labor Day weekend. Be sure to check out https://linktr.ee/openlifechurch for all of today’s links and next steps you can take at Open Life Church: • First time at Open Life? • Fill out a Connect Card • Student Life Back to School Party | 9/14 @ 6:30pm • Join the 2021 Open Life Bible Reading Plan • Kids Life Lesson • Next Steps • Giving • Join the Open Life facebook group. All at the link above ⬆️
How You Pray | Matthew 6:5-15 | MESSAGE
September 12, 2021 • Thad Huff • Matthew 6:9–13, Matthew 6:5–15, Luke 11:1–2, John 16:23–24, 1 Timothy 2:1
In Matthew 6:5-15, Jesus teaches us how to pray. Today’s service is all about prayer. If you’ve ever struggled with talking to God and have had a difficult time praying, then this service will surely encourage you today! We’d love to have you join us online. Be sure to check out https://linktr.ee/openlifechurch for all of today’s links and next steps you can take at Open Life Church: • First time at Open Life? • Fill out a Connect Card • Student Life Back to School Party | 9/14 @ 6:30pm • Join the 2021 Open Life Bible Reading Plan • Kids Life Lesson • Next Steps • Giving • Join the Open Life facebook group. All at the link above ⬆️
How You Fast | Matthew 6:16-18 | MESSAGE
September 19, 2021 • Jadon Haynes • Isaiah 58:3–7, Matthew 4:1–4, Matthew 6:16–18
In Matthew 6:16-18, Jesus teaches us how to fast. Today’s service looks at the spiritual discipline of fasting. When we fast it can be easy to think that the main purpose is for us to find direction, clarity, and closer communion with God, but what does fasting have to do with our neighbor and our community? We’ll unpack that today. Be sure to check out https://linktr.ee/openlifechurch for all of today’s links and next steps you can take at Open Life Church: • First time at Open Life? • Fill out a Connect Card • Student Life Back to School Party | 9/14 @ 6:30pm • Join the 2021 Open Life Bible Reading Plan • Kids Life Lesson • Next Steps • Giving • Join the Open Life facebook group. All at the link above ⬆️ Today's Worship: "King Of Kings” Written by Brooke Ligertwood, Jason Ingram, Scott Ligertwood, ©2019 Hillsong Music Publishing Australia, Fellow Ships Music, So Essential Tunes CCLI #: 7127647 Used by Permission. CCLI License: 4545151 "Great Are You Lord” Written by David Leonard, Jason Ingram, Leslie Jordan ©2012 Integrity's Alleluia! Music, Integrity's Praise! Music, Open Hands Music, So Essential Tunes CCLI #: 6460220 Used by Permission. CCLI License: 4545151
Treasures In Heaven | Matthew 6:19-24 | MESSAGE
September 26, 2021 • Thad Huff • Colossians 3:1–2, 2 Peter 1:3–11, Matthew 6:19–24, Deuteronomy 6:5, 1 Timothy 6:17–19
In Matthew 6:19-24, what does Jesus mean by storing up our treasures in heaven? In today’s service we look at where our ultimate concern is when we have chosen to follow Jesus. How do we keep Christ and his ways, and his kingdom before anything else? Be sure to check out https://linktr.ee/openlifechurch for all of today’s links and next steps you can take at Open Life Church: • First time at Open Life? • Fill out a Connect Card • Register for Emotionally Healthy Discipleship • Join the 2021 Open Life Bible Reading Plan • Kids Life Lesson • Next Steps • Giving • Join the Open Life facebook group. All at the link above ⬆️ Today's Worship: “I Am Loved” Written by Jason Ingram, Jonathan Smith, Mack Brock © 2019 Capitol CMG Paragon, Jetfighter Music, Fellow Ships Music, Hickory Bill Doc, So Essential Tunes CCLI #: 7127174 Used by Permission. CCLI License: 4545151 “Way Maker” Written by Osinachi Kalu Okoro Egbu ©2016 Integrity Music Europe CCLI #: 7115744 Used by Permission. CCLI License: 4545151
TROUBLES | Matthew 6:25-34 | MESSAGE
October 3, 2021 • Thad Huff • 2 Corinthians 1:3–4, Matthew 6:25–34, Philippians 4:6–7, Ephesians 6:17, 1 Timothy 6:6–12
In Matthew 6:25–34, Jesus helps us see what in life is truly worth our worry. Today’s service focuses our hearts on how God sees us and takes care of us and how that in turn influences others as well. Be sure to check out https://linktr.ee/openlifechurch for all of today’s links and next steps you can take at Open Life Church: • First time at Open Life? • Fill out a Connect Card • Join the 2021 Open Life Bible Reading Plan • Kids Life Lesson • Next Steps • Giving • Join the Open Life facebook group. All at the link above ⬆️ Today's Worship: "Only A Holy God” Written by Dustin Smith, Jonny Robinson, Michael Farren, Rich Thompson ©2016 CityAlight Music, Farren Love And War Publishing, Integrity's Alleluia! Music, Integrity's Praise! Music CCLI #: 7073332 Used by Permission. CCLI License: 4545151 “Sinking Deep” Written by Aodhan King, Joel Davies ©2012 Hillsong Music Publishing Australia CCLI #: 6605236 Used by Permission. CCLI License: 4545151
TREAT OTHERS WISELY | Matthew 7:1-6 | MESSAGE
October 10, 2021 • Thad Huff • Ephesians 4:15, Luke 6:36–37, John 7:24, Matthew 7:1–6, Romans 14:10–13
DO NOT JUDGE. The famous teaching of Jesus found in Matthew 7:1-6. It seems to be everyone's favorite verse to apply when we’re thinking of others judging us, but what about when we’re judging others. Today we look at how Jesus wants us to treat others. Be sure to check out https://linktr.ee/openlifechurch for all of today’s links and next steps you can take at Open Life Church: • First time at Open Life? • Fill out a Connect Card • Join the 2021 Open Life Bible Reading Plan • Kids Life Lesson • Next Steps • Giving • Join the Open Life facebook group. All at the link above ⬆️ Today's Worship: "Reckless Love” Written by Caleb Culver, Cory Asbury, Ran Jackson ©2017 Cory Asbury Publishing, Richmond Park Publishing, Watershed Worship Publishing, Bethel Music Publishing CCLI #: 7089641 Used by Permission. CCLI License: 4545151 “Available” Written by Ben Fielding, Chris Brown, Jason Ingram, Matt Redman, Steven Furtick ©2020 SHOUT! Music Publishing Australia, Integrity Worship Music, Said And Done Music, Fellow Ships Music, Music by Elevation Worship Publishing, So Essential Tunes CCLI #: 7129065 Used by Permission. CCLI License: 4545151
Ask, Seek, Knock | Matthew 7:7-12 | MESSAGE
October 17, 2021 • Jadon Haynes • Matthew 7:7–12, Ephesians 1:3–8, Luke 18:1–8, 1 Thessalonians 5:16–18, Romans 12:12
Keep on asking, keep on seeking, keep on knocking. Today we’re talking about perseverance in prayer in the context of Jesus’ sermon on the mount. You’ll be encouraged as we work to gain the right perspective in prayer together. Be sure to check out https://linktr.ee/openlifechurch for all of today’s links and next steps you can take at Open Life Church: • First time at Open Life? • Fill out a Connect Card • Burger and Bros… this evening. • Join the 2021 Open Life Bible Reading Plan • Kids Life Lesson • Next Steps • Giving • Join the Open Life facebook group. All at the link above ⬆️ Today's Worship: “Sinking Deep” Written by Aodhan King, Joel Davies ©2012 Hillsong Music Publishing Australia CCLI #: 6605236 Used by Permission. CCLI License: 4545151 “Still In Control” Written by Jesse Reeves, Mack Brock, Ran Jackson, Ricky Jackson ©2018 Capitol CMG Paragon, Jetfighter Music, Be Essential Songs, Songs From Richmond Park, BEC Worship, WriterWrong, Remaining portion is unaffiliated CCLI #: 7126225 Used by Permission. CCLI License: 4545151
The Road To Life | Matthew 7:13-23 | MESSAGE
October 24, 2021 • Thad Huff • Acts 19:13–18, Philippians 3:7–9, Matthew 7:13–23, Galatians 5:22–25, John 15:5
In Matthew 7:13-23, Jesus begins his closing thoughts of the Sermon on the Mount. Join us for our online service as we unpack what it means to follow the narrow path and know Christ. Be sure to check out https://linktr.ee/openlifechurch for all of today’s links and next steps you can take at Open Life Church: • First time at Open Life? • Fill out a Connect Card • Join the 2021 Open Life Bible Reading Plan • Kids Life Lesson • Next Steps • Giving • Join the Open Life facebook group. All at the link above ⬆️ Today's Worship: "Fresh Wind” Written by Ben Fielding, Brooke Ligertwood, David Ware, Matt Crocker ©2020 Hillsong Music Publishing Australia CCLI #: 7166857 Used by Permission. CCLI License: 4545151 "Build My Life" Written by Brett Younker, Karl Martin, Kirby Kaple, Matt Redman, Pat Barrett ©2016 Kaple Music, Capitol CMG Genesis, Housefires Sounds, Said And Done Music, sixsteps Music, Thankyou Music, http://worshiptogether.com songs, Martin, Karl Andrew, Bethel Music Publishing CCLI #: 7070345 Used by Permission. CCLI License: 4545151
FOUNDATIONS | Matthew 7:24-29 | MESSAGE
October 31, 2021 • Thad Huff • Ephesians 4:11–16, Matthew 28:19–20, James 1:22–25, Colossians 2:2–3, Matthew 7:24–29
In the conclusion of our series we’re looking at Matthew 7:24-29. Jesus hits on what it means to build our lives upon a strong foundation or a weak one. One way will allow our life to flourish in him and the other may lead to a great crash. Join as we land this 15-week journey through the Sermon on the Mount. SERVICE NOTE: The communion portion of the service can be found in the Full Service video of this series. Be sure to check out https://linktr.ee/openlifechurch for all of today’s links and next steps you can take at Open Life Church: • First time at Open Life? • Fill out a Connect Card • Join the 2021 Open Life Bible Reading Plan • Kids Life Lesson • Next Steps • Giving • Join the Open Life facebook group. All at the link above ⬆️