What does Jesus say about anger and lust? Was Jesus intentionally provocative? What's the importance of reconciliation? Join us as we look at Matthew 5.21–30, discussing the new perspective Jesus introduces on anger and lust, as well as his radical challenge to forgive. We also dive into the hyperbolic and provocative nature of Jesus' words and learn more about what it is that he truly values.

Timestamps

• (00:00) - Intro
• (01:00) - Matthew 5.21–26: Anger
• (02:00) - 'You have heard it said, but I say'
• (07:50) - What do we value and what does Jesus value?
• (11:00) - Judgement
• (14:00) - Reconciliation (verses 23–24) and how we do this today
• (17:50) - Amos 5.21–24: What God really values
• (19:50) - We must take responsibility
• (21:40) - Settling disputes before court
• (27:44) - Matthew 5.27–30: Adultery
• (28:21) - Should we take Jesus' commands literally?
• (30:44) - How do we navigate lust in a sexualised society?
• (36:14) - Is this just about men?
• (40:14) - The challenge not to indulge certain thoughts

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