Making peace | Matthew 5:33-48

Send us Fan MailWelcome to today’s episode, where we dive into one of Jesus’ most radical teachings from the Sermon on the Mount—his call to peace in the face of conflict.We all experience conflict—at home, at work, online. The natural response? Fight back or walk away. But Jesus offers a third way: a path of honesty, dignity, and grace that transforms relationships and communities.We explore:🔹 Showing your hand – Jesus calls us to be truthful in our words and motives (Matthew 5:33-37). Honesty builds trust and prevents manipulation.🔹 Raising your head – When mistreated, Jesus doesn’t tell us to cower or retaliate. Instead, he calls us to stand firm, refusing to be degraded while rejecting revenge (Matthew 5:38-40).🔹 Redefining your friends – More than just passive resistance, Jesus teaches us to actively reclaim power through unexpected generosity and love, even for our enemies (Matthew 5:41-48).We also look at real-life examples, including the civil rights movement, and how we can live out these principles today—in our workplaces, families, and daily interactions.Jesus' way of peace is active, creative, and powerful. Check out our website at christchurchhawker.orgFind us on Facebook at facebook.com/ChristChurchHawkerACTVisit us at 196 Hawker Pl, Hawker ACT 2614