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Chuck Smith (1927 - 2013). American pastor and founder of the Calvary Chapel movement, born in Ventura, California. After graduating from LIFE Bible College, he was ordained by the Foursquare Church and pastored several small congregations. In 1965, he took over a struggling church in Costa Mesa, California, renaming it Calvary Chapel, which grew from 25 members to a network of over 1,700 churches worldwide. Known for his accessible, verse-by-verse Bible teaching, Smith embraced the Jesus Movement in the late 1960s, ministering to hippies and fostering contemporary Christian music and informal worship. He authored numerous books, hosted the radio program "The Word for Today," and influenced modern evangelicalism with his emphasis on grace and simplicity. Married to Kay since 1947, they had four children. Smith died of lung cancer, leaving a lasting legacy through Calvary Chapel’s global reach and emphasis on biblical teaching
Sermon Summary
Chuck Smith emphasizes the contrast between worldly values and the Beatitudes, particularly focusing on the blessing of the meek. He explains that the Jews expected a conquering Messiah, yet Jesus teaches that true strength lies in humility and self-awareness. Through examples of biblical figures like Abraham, Moses, and David, Smith illustrates that meekness is not weakness but a true understanding of oneself in relation to others. He highlights that the meek are not self-promoting or sensitive to their own pride, and they will ultimately inherit the earth and find true satisfaction. The sermon calls for a deeper reflection on our identity and how we relate to the world around us.
Matthew 5:5
Contrast to world - World conquerors. Jews looking for Messiah to conquer Rome. Progressive Beatitudes. Poor in Spirit. Mourning. Blessed are the meek. See ourselves. Berate us. Instinctively resent. Meek person: Abraham - Lot. Moses. David. Jeremiah (non-cooperative, individualist). Jesus, "Come unto me." Not natural disposition. Not indolence. Not naturally nice - dog, biological. What is Man. True view of one's self. Expression of that in relation to others. Meek not proud of himself. Nothing of self to boast. Not sensitive of self. Inherit earth. Always satisfied. Having nothing, yet possessing all.
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Chuck Smith (1927 - 2013). American pastor and founder of the Calvary Chapel movement, born in Ventura, California. After graduating from LIFE Bible College, he was ordained by the Foursquare Church and pastored several small congregations. In 1965, he took over a struggling church in Costa Mesa, California, renaming it Calvary Chapel, which grew from 25 members to a network of over 1,700 churches worldwide. Known for his accessible, verse-by-verse Bible teaching, Smith embraced the Jesus Movement in the late 1960s, ministering to hippies and fostering contemporary Christian music and informal worship. He authored numerous books, hosted the radio program "The Word for Today," and influenced modern evangelicalism with his emphasis on grace and simplicity. Married to Kay since 1947, they had four children. Smith died of lung cancer, leaving a lasting legacy through Calvary Chapel’s global reach and emphasis on biblical teaching