In Jesus' longest recorded sermon, Jesus began by describing the traits he was looking for in his followers. He said that God blesses those who live out those traits Each beatitude is an almost direct contradiction of society's typical way of life, In the last beatitude, Jesus even points out that a serious effort to develop these traits is bound to create opposition. The best example of each trait is found in Jesus himself. If our goal is to become like him, applying the Beatitudes will challenge the way we live each day. (Click on each link below to find out more)
- Realize need for God
- Mourn
- Humble
- Hunger and thirst for justice
- Merciful
- Pure hearts
- Work for Peace
- Persecuted
The Beatitudes
He said:
Blessed are the poor in spirit,
for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.
Blessed are those who mourn,
for they will be comforted.
Blessed are the meek,
for they will inherit the earth.
Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness,
for they will be filled.
Blessed are the merciful,
for they will be shown mercy.
Blessed are the pure in heart,
for they will see God.
Blessed are the peacemakers,
for they will be called children of God.
Blessed are those who are persecuted because of righteousness,
for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Matthew 5:3-10
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