Now that Jesus has explained that the sermon is for true believers, or disciples, He embarks on a description of a disciple. How does the disciple behave in a fallen world? What does a disciple of God look like in character? This description is not made of nine different people, but one disciple. The description is not natural to mankind either. The qualities of a disciple run counter to the natural man, or the flesh. Therefore, a disciple of God is distinct in their representation, and this transformation can only come through the power of God. Salvation is necessary in order to produce a spiritual response that mirrors God’s character.
