The Sermon on the Mount's Place in the Gospel of Matthew
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Jan 15, 2024
The discussion centers on the Sermon on the Mount, revealing its role as a cornerstone of Jesus' teachings in Matthew's Gospel. The hosts explore unique structural elements and how these connect to Old Testament fulfillments. They dive into the Beatitudes, emphasizing the blessings of the kingdom, and analyze Jesus' pivotal messages on being salt and light in the world. By comparing teachings from the beginning and end of Matthew, they highlight the dual nature of blessings and woes, challenging listeners to reflect on their spiritual priorities.
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Sermon on the Mount's Context
The Sermon on the Mount is the first of five major speeches by Jesus in Matthew.
It shouldn't be read in isolation but within the context of Matthew's Gospel.
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Matthew's Introduction
Matthew 1-4 sets up Jesus's ministry by using seven fulfillment quotations.
These quotations connect Jesus's actions to Old Testament prophecies.
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Five Speeches in Matthew
Matthew structures the gospel's main body (chapters 5-25) around five major speeches by Jesus.
These speeches act as pillars with surrounding narratives.
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Sermon on the Mount E3 – The Sermon on the Mount is one of five major speeches Jesus gives in the Gospel of Matthew, and there are many similarities between these speeches. What is Matthew doing in his gospel that is unique from the other gospels? And how does this shape his portrayal of Jesus? In this episode, Jon and Tim discuss how the Sermon on the Mount fits into the larger context of the Gospel of Matthew.
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Original Sermon on the Mount music by Richie Kohen
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Additional Music by Tyler Bailey and Matthew Halbert-Howen
Show Credits
Dan Gummel is the Creative Producer for today’s show. Production of today’s episode is by Lindsey Ponder, producer; Cooper Peltz, managing producer; Colin Wilson, producer; and Stephanie Tam, consultant and editor. Yanii Evans and Tyler Bailey are our audio editors. Tyler Bailey is also our audio engineer, and he provided our sound design and mix. JB Witty does our show notes, and Hannah Woo provides the annotations for our app. Special thanks to Jonathan Pennington. Today’s hosts are Jon Collins and Michelle Jones.
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