Christ’s sermon on the mount covers virtually every area of godly living and right thinking. Unlike the Mosaic Law, it is not a list of rules and regulations for us to follow. It is also not a list of instructions on the ‘do’s’ and ‘don’ts’ of everyday living. Jesus’ sermon on the mount was a new form of teaching, authoritative in that it laid out Godly principles for life and living—Principles that could be applied to every facet of life and relevant in every situation we might face.
Jesus had come to the lost sheep of Israel as the Messiah and King of the Jews. He came to set up God’s kingdom among the people of earth. Jesus’ instructions set a new standard that would be required of all the people of God—”Whatever you want others to do unto you, do also the same for them”—Christ’s golden rule for His followers which completely embraced the entire teachings of the Mosaic Law and all the Prophets.
Jesus was teaching the people that it is not what you DO that will get you membership into His kingdom but what you genuinely BELIEVE in your heart. It is not what you DO that earns you salvation, but In Whom you believe. Salvation is not something you can earn—It is only received as a gift from God. Jesus was teaching that redemption from the trappings of this world could only be overcome by the freedom of Christ’s millennial kingdom. And this was only made possible in discovering and living in a close personal relationship with Jesus Christ—In all ways, in all things, and at all times.
Join us Sunday at Sedona United Methodist Church as the Rev. Fred Mast shares a message entitled “The Road Less Traveled.” As we strive to keep our community safe and healthy we continue to offer an amazing Spirit Filled On-Line Worship experience each week—You are invited to access worship through our website (www.sedonaumc.org). Sunday mornings we enter the spirit of worship featuring meaningful and uplifting music, special times of prayer and passionate life changing messages designed to move you closer in your relationship with Jesus Christ and others.
Join us for a New Book Study—”A Case for Christ” by Lee Strobel (Participant Guides available). This six-week study will meet Tuesdays On-Line via Zoom @ 10:30am & at the Gathering Place at 2:00 pm – 1835 W State Rte. 89A @ 2PM. All are welcome—Call the church office for details.
Check out our Facebook and Website page for the latest details and updates regarding church activities and Re-Opening Plan coming soon!!! Check out our NEW “SUMC Joy Hotline” on our website and share the “Joys & Blessings” happening in your life! Don’t hesitate to contact us if we may be of assistance and for pastoral care. We are here to help!
The Church Building may be temporarily closed—But the Church is certainly open with so many great missions, ministries and opportunities at Sedona UMC—Visit our website at us on www.sedonaumc.org and “Like” us on Facebook. We would love to pray for you! —Prayer requests may be submitted online or by calling us at 928-282-1780. We are conveniently located at 110 Indian Cliffs Road off the Back O’Beyond roundabout on Route 179 in Sedona. All are welcome at Sedona UMC—We look forward to seeing you very soon—Come and grow with us!
