Beatitudes Series
Blessed Are Those Who Are Persecuted Because of Righteousness
Christian persecution is a reality today just like it was in the time of Jesus and the first disciples. Because of the wickedness of man’s heart they suppress the truth by trying to suppress the truth bearers. However, despite the tactics of governments, false religions, and god-haters the gospel is still thriving around the world-…
Read MoreBlessed are the Peacemakers
Conflict is sadly a natural and common part of life. At the same time, not all conflict is bad- some conflicts can even lead to good outcomes and positives changes. However, many relational fights and arguments end in broken hearts and bitterness. That is why Jesus taught His disciples not only to forgive offenses but…
Read MoreBlessed are the Pure in Heart
Can the sinner really become a saint? Can the dirty heart stained by sin be washed white as snow? Yes! The Bible from front to back promises that all those who are born again are given a pure heart. Because of Jesus’ atoning work on the cross everyone can have a new start on life…
Read MoreBlessed are the Merciful
(*This this sermon was not recorded due to tech issues.) Mercy is often times a forgotten attribute of God that many people take for granted until they realize their great need for it. Not only is mercy given by God, but He created mankind to have the same capability of giving it to others. Likewise,…
Read MoreBlessed are Those Who Hunger & Thirst for Righteousness
One of the greatest unfulfilled desires that humanity has is for righteousness in the form of salvation and justice. This generation may know that child abuse is wrong but they cannot objectively prove its wrong- its just an opinion. When they look inside themselves and see they’ve failed at keeping their own moral standards they’re…
Read MoreBlessed are the Meek
Jesus chose the meek to inherit His eternal Kingdom upon the earth- not the proud or rebellious. He desired to entrust His greatest treasures to those who were strong enough by His grace to fully submit to His will for their lives. The ones who can say, “not mine, but thy will be done” will…
Read MoreBlessed Are Those Who Mourn
Pain and suffering can be seen in almost every aspect of our lives- from birth to death there is no escaping it. We come into this world through the pain of our mothers and we leave through the pain of our bodies with the weeping of our loved ones. We cry as babies from the…
Read MoreBlessed are the Poor in Spirit
The beatitudes are one of the most popular and foundational teachings of Jesus. The actual word “beatitude” comes from the Latin word, “beatus,” which means, “blessed, happy, or blissful.” Therefore, the beatitudes are the eight sayings of Jesus that teach how the disciple can be happy and favored by God. Each of the eight teachings…
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