The Beatitudes

5:3-12 — Lk 6:20-23

 He said:

     “Blessed are the poor in spirit,

 for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. 

    Blessed are those who mourn,

 for they will be comforted. 

    Blessed are the meek,

 for they will inherit the earth. 

    Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness,

 for they will be filled. 

    Blessed are the merciful,

 for they will be shown mercy. 

    Blessed are the pure in heart, 

 for they will see God. 

    Blessed are the peacemakers, 

 for they will be called children of God. 

    Blessed are those who are persecuted because of righteousness, 

 for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. 

     “Blessed are you when people insult you,  persecute you and falsely say all kinds of evil against you because of me.    Rejoice and be glad,  because great is your reward in heaven, for in the same way they persecuted the prophets who were before you.

Bible Tells Us - 

. Absolute dependence 

John 15:5

I am the vine; you are the branches. If you remain in me and I in you, you will bear much fruit;  apart from me you can do nothing.

. Inviting God into the chaos

Psalm 46:10

He says, “Be still, and know that I am God; 

 I will be exalted  among the nations,

 I will be exalted in the earth.”

. God comes close

James 4:8

Come near to God and he will come near to you.  Wash your hands,  you sinners, and purify your hearts,  you double-minded.

[Message No: 7799]