Key Idea: Jesus teaches in the Sermon on the Plain that the kingdom of God brings radical reversals of fortune, providing great hope and encouragement for His disciples.
The Context of the Sermon (vv. 12-19)
a. Jesus Chooses His Disciples (vv. 12-16)
b. Jesus Addresses His Disciples and Others (vv. 17-19)
The Content of the Sermon: Words to Two Different Groups (vv. 20-26)
a. Words of Comfort for the Poor and Persecuted (vv. 20-23)
b. Words of Warning for the Rich and Respected (vv. 24-26)
