Matthew Lesson 10: The Beatitudes and the Similitudes

Scripture: Matthew 5:5-16 Stan’s Outline Download Lesson Outline Introduction The incarnation and preparation of the King (Matthew 1:1-4:11) The declaration of the principles of the King (Matthew 4:12-7:29) The introduction to the ministry of the King (Matthew 4:12-25) The principles of the King (Matthew 5:1-7:29) The setting (Matthew 5:1-2) The subjects of the kingdom (Matthew 5:3-16) Their character and portion in the kingdom (Matthew 5:3-12) The beatitudes (Matthew 5:3-10) Beatitude for the “poor in spirit” Beatitude for “those who mourn” Beatitude for “the gentle” Beatitude for “those who hunger and thirst for righteousness” Beatitude for “the merciful” Beatitude for “the pure in heart” Beatitude for “the peacemakers” Beatitude for “those who have been persecuted for the sake of righteousness” Conclusion of the beatitudes Their calling and position in the world (Matthew 5:13-16) Salt (Matthew 5:13) Light (Matthew 5:14-16) Conclusion and application