9 Beatitudes
9 Beatitudes
1. Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.
With this phrase, "poor in spirit," most likely Jesus was speaking of our spiritual condition of poverty, the recognition of our need for God. "The kingdom of heaven" refers to people who acknowledge God as their King.
2. Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted.
“Those who mourn" speaks of those who express deep sorrow over sin, or those who repent from their sins. The freedom found in the forgiveness of sins and the joy of eternal salvation is the "comfort" of those who repent.
3. Blessed are the meek, for they shall inherit the earth.
Similar to "the poor," "the meek" are those who submit to God's authority, making him Lord. Revelation 21:7 says God's children will "inherit all things."
4. Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be filled.
"Hunger and thirst" speaks of a deep need and a driving passion. This "righteousness" refers to the Lord, Jesus Christ, our righteousness. To "be filled" is the satisfaction of the soul's desire.
5. Blessed are the merciful, for they shall obtain mercy.
Simply put, we reap what we sow. Those who demonstrate mercy will receive mercy. Likewise, those who know great mercy will show great mercy. This mercy is shown through forgiveness and also by offering kindness and compassion toward others.
6. Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see God.
The "pure in heart" are those who have been cleansed from within. This is not talking about outward righteousness seen by men, but inward holiness that only God can see. The Bible says in Hebrews 12:14 that without holiness, no man will see God
7. Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called sons of God.
The Bible says we have peace with God through Jesus Christ. Reconciliation through Jesus Christ brings restored fellowship (peace) with God
8. Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness’ sake, for theirs is
1. Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.
With this phrase, "poor in spirit," most likely Jesus was speaking of our spiritual condition of poverty, the recognition of our need for God. "The kingdom of heaven" refers to people who acknowledge God as their King.
2. Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted.
“Those who mourn" speaks of those who express deep sorrow over sin, or those who repent from their sins. The freedom found in the forgiveness of sins and the joy of eternal salvation is the "comfort" of those who repent.
3. Blessed are the meek, for they shall inherit the earth.
Similar to "the poor," "the meek" are those who submit to God's authority, making him Lord. Revelation 21:7 says God's children will "inherit all things."
4. Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be filled.
"Hunger and thirst" speaks of a deep need and a driving passion. This "righteousness" refers to the Lord, Jesus Christ, our righteousness. To "be filled" is the satisfaction of the soul's desire.
5. Blessed are the merciful, for they shall obtain mercy.
Simply put, we reap what we sow. Those who demonstrate mercy will receive mercy. Likewise, those who know great mercy will show great mercy. This mercy is shown through forgiveness and also by offering kindness and compassion toward others.
6. Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see God.
The "pure in heart" are those who have been cleansed from within. This is not talking about outward righteousness seen by men, but inward holiness that only God can see. The Bible says in Hebrews 12:14 that without holiness, no man will see God
7. Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called sons of God.
The Bible says we have peace with God through Jesus Christ. Reconciliation through Jesus Christ brings restored fellowship (peace) with God
8. Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness’ sake, for theirs is