Matthew – Beatitudes (Matthew 5:3-12)
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Summary
Jesus begins His teachings by sharing about where the truly happy (“blesséd”) life is found – not in chasing more happiness, but in looking to its source. Listen in as Dave teaches us about Jesus’ subversive opener to the Sermon on the Mount, which reframes our expectations about joy and the Christian life.
Text
Matthew 5:3-12
“Blesséd are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.
“Blesséd are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted.
“Blesséd are the meek, for they shall inherit the earth.
“Blesséd are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they shall be satisfied.
“Blesséd are the merciful, for they shall receive mercy.
“Blesséd are the pure in heart, for they shall see God.
“Blesséd are the peacemakers, for they shall be called sons of God.
“Blesséd are those who are persecuted for righteousness’ sake, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.
“Blesséd are you when others revile you and persecute you and utter all kinds of evil against you falsely on my account. Rejoice and be glad, for your reward is great in heaven, for so they persecuted the prophets who were before you.
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