In this episode of Bible for Newbies, Russ Michaels delves into the second beatitude from Jesus' Sermon on the Mount: "Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted." Russ shares personal stories of loss and explores the deeper meaning of mourning over sin and brokenness. Discover how this unexpected blessing leads to comfort and spiritual growth.

Inside the episode:

• Understanding the true meaning of mourning in the context of Jesus' teachings.
• Personal reflections on loss and the comfort found in faith.
• Biblical examples of mourning over sin, including insights from Psalms and the story of David Brainerd.
• Encouragement to embrace godly sorrow for personal and communal sin.