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We are continuing our study of the Beatitudes this morning, focusing on Matthew Chapter 5, Verse 5 now. First, let's go back and read Verse 3, which states, "Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven." We discussed how our lives must be emptied before we can experience a filling. In the second Beatitude, "Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted," we must reach a point where we feel sorrow for our sins and transgressions, leading us to turn to God. Now we come to Verse 5, which aligns with Verse 2: "Blessed are the meek, for they shall inherit the earth." For the Jewish people in the first century, many of whom were looking for an earthly political and military ruler to deliver them from the despised Romans, the concept of a meek Messiah was a stark contrast to their expectations. They understood the sword's power but did not recognize the strength of meekness, and this teaching turned their world upside down.

We're continuing our discussion on the Sermon on the Mount, focusing on the Beatitudes. We have covered the poor in spirit, those who mourn, and the meek. We're examining verse six: "Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they shall be filled." As an introduction, we acknowledge that the problem with this world is sin; we don't live in a sick society, but a sinful one. The solution to all our problems is righteousness, living a righteous life. This beatitude emphasizes how righteous living can enhance our lives and the lives of everyone around us. Proverbs 14:34 reminds us that righteousness exalts a nation, but sin is a reproach to any people. In this beatitude, we will explore what righteousness truly means and what it can bring to us. First, it says, "Those who hunger and thirst for righteousness." In the first century, people in Palestine were all too familiar with hunger and thirst because finding water was not as easy for them as it is for us. Many lived

Now, let’s dive into the Beatitude from Matthew chapter 5, verse 7. We should remember the first four Beatitudes we discussed: being poor in spirit, those who mourn, the meek, and those who hunger and thirst for righteousness. All of these reflect the attitudes of individuals in the Kingdom of God. The Beatitude we're focusing on today emphasizes action; it highlights what those in the Kingdom should be doing. It states, "Blessed are merciful, for they shall obtain mercy."

Bobby Stafford

Bobby Stafford

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Bobby Stafford

Bobby Stafford

Bobby Stafford