Week 1 - Beautitudes

 

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Text: Matthew 5:2-12 (ESV)
 

And he 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.

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Main Message​​

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• All Christians are to be like this

  • It is not merely the description of some exceptional Christians, but every Christians should live the Sermon on the Mount.

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• All Christians are meant to manifest these characteristics

  • Everything listed in the Beatitudes should manifest in our life.

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• None of these descriptions refers to what we may call a natural tendency

  • ​Each of the characteristics listed in the Beatitudes are a disposition produced by abiding in Christ and the operation of the Holy Spirit in our life.

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Reflection Questions:

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1. Read Matthew 5:1-12. What characteristics listed in the Beatitudes that you need to work on? List them and ask God’s wisdom.

2. How can you find comfort in knowing that there is a promise for each condition that we endure and trust in God’s blessings?

3. If the Beatitudes are descriptions of what every Christian is meant to be, what are ways that you need to do daily to continually manifest each of the character listed in the Beatitudes.