"The first time we read the Beatitudes they appear to be simple and beautiful and unstartling statements and they go unobserved into the subconscious mind. We are so used to the sayings of Jesus that they slip over us unheeded. They sound sweet and Pius and wonderfully simple, but they are in reality like spiritual torpedoes that burst and explode in the subconscious mind, and when the Holy Spirit brings them back to our conscious minds we realize what startling statements they are."
The Beaitiudes, words of Jesus from Matthew 5...
"And He [Jesus] opened His mouth and taught them, saying: "Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. "Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted. "Blessed are the meek, for they shall inherit the earth. "Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they shall be satisfied. "Blessed are the merciful, for they shall receive mercy. "Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see God. "Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called sons of God. "Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness’ sake, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. "Blessed 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." Matthew 5:2-12 ESV
Note: “A beatitude is a declaration from God that breeds anticipation within the blessed hearts of those Who belong exclusively to Him.” -kww
Simply trust.
Pastor Kerry Willis
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