The Shocking Life Of The Kingdom Citizen (Luke 6:27-36)

1.    Shocking behavior toward those who hate, curse, and abuse us (27-29)

-“But I say to you.” Very different from what is usually heard and seen (Matthew 5:43).

-Agape. Not mere emotion. Not effortlessly experienced. Purposeful determination to actively seek the best for those who hate us (Proverbs 25:21-22; Exodus 23:4-5; Romans 5:5-10; John 3:16).

-Not dependent upon others good behavior or our own inclination at the moment. Dependent upon being faithful Christians all the time (Romans 12:14-21).

2.    Shocking lives characterized by loving generosity and selfless kindness (30-34)

-Genuine need on part of beggar implied (Psalm 37:21b; Proverbs 19:17)

-Being shamefully treated, taken advantage of, or ungratefully ignored does nothing to lessen our generosity or kindness (Hebrews 12:3).

- How do you wish to be treated? (31)

3.    Love for God is the motive behind this shocking life (35-36)

-The spirit behind this conduct produces a reward immeasurably greater than whatever we give (Romans 8:18; 2 Corinthians 4:17-18)

-Because I love God I want to be like Him in every way possible. He is the standard and blueprint (35b-36; Psalm 103:10; Romans 2:4)