Glad to be Sad explores the second Beatitude from Matthew 5:4, where Jesus teaches that those who mourn are blessed because they will be comforted. Pastor Lee Jenkins explains that this mourning refers to sorrow over sin, not just life's hardships, and emphasizes the importance of godly sorrow that leads to repentance and restoration. Through biblical examples and personal stories, listeners are encouraged to embrace brokenness as a path to deeper intimacy with God.

Verses:

Matthew 5:4, Matthew 5:3, Psalm 34:18, 2 Corinthians 7:10, Romans 7:24, Psalm 51:3-4, Luke 15:11-24, Leviticus 11:7-8

Key Points/Topics Covered:

• The true meaning of mourning in the Beatitudes
• Difference between worldly sorrow and godly sorrow
• Examples of mourning over sin from Paul and David
• The story of the prodigal son as a picture of repentance and restoration
• Personal testimony about conviction and forgiveness

Time Stamps:

00:00 - Introduction to Attitude Check Series
03:00 - Understanding the Beatitudes and Inner Blessings
08:30 - The Paradox of Being Glad to Be Sad
15:00 - Defining Godly Mourning Over Sin
22:45 - Worldly Sorrow vs. Godly Sorrow
30:00 - Apostle Paul and King David's Examples of Mourning
38:15 - Personal Story of Conviction and Apology
50:00 - The Prodigal Son and the Father's Forgiveness
01:05:00 - Encouragement to Embrace Godly Sorrow

Main Takeaways:

- True mourning that leads to blessing is sorrow over sin, not just life's hardships.
- Godly sorrow produces repentance and restoration, while worldly sorrow leads to spiritual death.
- God's grace meets us in our brokenness, welcoming us back with love and forgiveness.

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