Buddhist Catholic Contemplative Evangelical General Christian Hindu Jewish Latter-day Saint Muslim New Visions Progressive Christian

Beliefs

Topics

Columnists

Resource Library

Research Tools

Video

Podcasts

Thought Readers

Faith In Media Tracker

Newsletters

Ad-Free & Subscriber Log-In Subscription Support

Follow Patheos

Home
Progressive Christian
Relationships and Religion
A New Sermon on the Mount: What Would Jesus Say?

A New Sermon on the Mount: What Would Jesus Say?

Last updated on: June 17, 2026 at 2:16 pm by Robert Cottrell

A New Sermon on the Mount: What Would Jesus Say? 2026-06-17T14:16:16-05:00 Robert Cottrell

LOGO Patheos Explore the world's faith through different perspectives on religion and spirituality! Patheos has the views of the prevalent religions and spiritualities of the world.

mads schmidt rasmussen – unsplash

I wonder. If Jesus spoke a new sermon on the mount, what might he say…

Today, I come before you with a heavy heart, observing the state of the world and the actions of those claiming to follow me. I see hatred and discrimination prevailing in the name of religion. But let us remember the essence of my teachings, the message of love and compassion that should guide our every action.

Blessed are those who recognize the inherent worth and dignity of every human being, regardless of their race or ethnicity, for they shall be true ambassadors of equality.

Blessed are those who actively work to dismantle systemic injustices and prejudices that perpetuate discrimination, for they shall be catalysts of societal transformation.

Blessed are those who stand in solidarity with the oppressed and marginalized, advocating for their rights and amplifying their voices, for they shall be instruments of justice and change.

Blessed are those who open their hearts and extend a helping hand to the poor, the needy, and the vulnerable, for they shall be beacons of compassion and sources of hope.

Blessed are those who prioritize fairness and equity, seeking to level the playing field for all, for they shall contribute to a society that fosters equal opportunities and shared prosperity.

Blessed are those who challenge the structures and systems that perpetuate inequality, for they shall be agents of transformation and advocates for a more just world.

Blessed are those who foster inclusion and embrace the diversity of God’s creation, for they shall experience the richness of humanity’s tapestry.

Blessed are those who extend love and acceptance to all, regardless of their sexual orientation or gender identity, for they shall be agents of healing and love.

Today, I challenge you to examine your hearts and confront the biases or prejudices that linger within. Let us seek to understand and celebrate the beauty of kindness, equality and diversity, for it is in embracing our differences that we truly honor the wondrous tapestry of the universe.

If you claim to follow me, may your actions and words reflect the love and compassion I showed during my time on Earth. Welcome and uplift every person, regardless of their race, sexual orientation, gender identity, or status in life.

Create a world where love conquers hate, and where those in the church truly embody the teachings that I shared with you.

May we have ears to hear.

For supportive, inclusive community, and extensive FREE resources, click here.

Evangelical

Relationships and Religion

Politics and Religion

bible and homosexuality

Previous Post

June 12, 2026

How the Bible has been Falsely Taught to Condemn LGBTQ

Next Post

July 1, 2026 Queer. Why It Matters Now More Than Ever.

Browse Our Archives

Select a Category Church & Religion Dear Susan Family Support Gay Weddings & Marriage GCN Conference Jesus Blog LGBTQ Support Parenting Personal Stories Suicide The Real Jesus Theology Transgender Uncategorized X Archived Posts

Select a Month August 2026 July 2026 June 2026 May 2026 February 2026 January 2026 December 2025 November 2025 October 2025 September 2025 August 2025 July 2025 May 2025 April 2025 March 2025 January 2025 November 2024 October 2024 September 2024 August 2024 July 2024 June 2024 May 2024 April 2024 March 2024 February 2024 January 2024 November 2023 October 2023 September 2023 August 2023 July 2023 June 2023 May 2023 April 2023 March 2023 June 2022 December 2021 May 2021 February 2021 November 2020 August 2020 July 2020 June 2020 May 2020 December 2019 November 2019 October 2019 May 2019 March 2019 January 2019 November 2018 March 2018 January 2018 October 2017 September 2017 August 2017 July 2017 June 2017 May 2017 April 2017 March 2017 February 2017 January 2017 December 2016 November 2016 October 2016 September 2016 August 2016 July 2016 June 2016 May 2016 April 2016 March 2016 February 2016 January 2016 December 2015 November 2015 October 2015 September 2015 August 2015 July 2015 June 2015 May 2015 April 2015 March 2015 February 2015 January 2015 December 2014 November 2014 October 2014 September 2014 August 2014 July 2014 June 2014 May 2014 April 2014 March 2014 February 2014 January 2014 December 2013 November 2013 October 2013 September 2013 August 2013 July 2013 June 2013 May 2013 April 2013 March 2013 February 2013 January 2013 December 2012 November 2012 October 2012 September 2012 August 2012 July 2012 June 2012 May 2012 April 2012 March 2012 February 2012 January 2012

TAKE THE

Religious Wisdom Quiz

What is the main Christian symbol in Ethiopian churches?

Select your answer to see how you score.

The Ethiopian cross The star The fish The anchor

Support this
Column