The sermon on the mount+beatitudes study guide

what are the four key components of the kingdom of God?

everyone is called to enter, the kingdom belongs to the poor and lowly, jesus invites sinners to the table, and one must give everything to enter

how does jesus teach?

invitations:12 Apostles/Peter

miracles, parables, and preaching:straightforward teaching

what was the sermon on the mount?

a collection of sayings and teachings attributed to Jesus Christ

what did the sermon on the mount emphasize?

his moral teachings in Matthew

how does jesus teach us to act?

through beatitudes and the golden rule

how does jesus teach us to pray?

the our father

what is the law of the prophets that is fulfilled?

heaven is the new promised land

what helps us to avoid punishment?

the completion of the 10 commandments

beatitudes help us to receive

blessing

beatitude=

seeing god

the beatitudes are Jesus’ invitation to

the question about happiness

the beatitudes _____ us and ____ us to put god first

purifies, helps

how does one reach eternal happiness?

heaven

Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven

Realizing your own sin and that sin separates you from God

Blessed are they that mourn, for they shall be comforted

Regretting your sin

Blessed are the meek, for they will inherit the land

God is in control, not me. Being humble.

Blessed are they who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they shall be satisfied

You desire a relationship with God and strive for holiness.

Blessed are the merciful, for they will be shown mercy

Giving more than what is owed to someone. You forgive even to those who do not "deserve" it.

Blessed are the pure of heart, for they shall see God

When we think good and kind thoughts, that will translate into good and kind actions.

Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God

You strive for tranquility both with God and others. You actively avoid unrest and try to put an end to drama.

Blessed are those who are persecuted for the sake of righteousness, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven

You stand up for your beliefs no matter the consequences.

what are the types of prayer?

blessing, petition, thanksgiving, praise

jesus says this is how to pray:

with filial boldness- call God by name and address him as the father

personal relationship with the father through jesus:

commit to conversion, learn how to pray in faith, seek to follow god’s will, and keep watching by giving god time and attention

what do all of the types of prayer make up?

the eucharist