“It depends on…” The first beatitude is the reality choice. Facing up to the fact that I need help. Without God my life is unmanageable. I acknowledge that I can’t control and manage everything in my life, and I need God’s help. He is ready to give it to me.

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It's time to head back to school! No matter your stage of life, it's never too late to learn - and the wisest among us are always learning. Some of Jesus' greatest knowledge for life comes from his mountain-side teaching points we commonly call "The Beatitudes." Many of his lessons are blunt and may make us uncomfortable; but if they are applied, will help us succeed in life - the most important thing we will ever manage. In this series you will learn how to overcome the things that would hold you back, how to repair relationship, and how to live with satisfaction and joy.

God blesses those who are poor and realize their need for him, 

  for the Kingdom of Heaven is theirs.

God blesses those who mourn,

  for they will be comforted.

God blesses those who are humble,

  for they will inherit the whole earth.

God blesses those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, 

  for they will be satisfied.

God blesses those who are merciful,

  for they will be shown mercy.

God blesses those whose hearts are pure,

  for they will see God.

God blesses those who work for peace,

  for they will be called the children of God.

God blesses those who are persecuted for doing right,

  for the Kingdom of Heaven is theirs.

God blesses you when people mock you and persecute you and lie about you and say all sorts of evil things against you because you are my followers. Be happy about it! Be very glad! For a great reward awaits you in heaven. And remember, the ancient prophets were persecuted in the same way. 

Matthew 5:3-11

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