Blessed are the Pure
Matthew 5:8

Main idea: God requires of us a pure heart.


Purity comes from a heart that has been changed by Christ.


The pursuit of purity is the pursuit of God.


Morality springs from purity.


A pure heart reflects the heart of God.

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Blessed are the Merciful
Matthew 5:7

Main idea: Those who have experienced mercy give and receive mercy.


Those who do not show mercy do not know mercy (James 2:12-13).


Mercy is an act of love (Colossians 3:12-14).


When we show mercy, we are more like God (Isaiah 58:10).

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Blessed are Those Who Long for Righteousness Matthew 5:6

Main idea: We should desire God’s righteousness.

The pursuit of righteousness is proof of godly character (Psalm 73:25).

In order to gain righteousness, avoid anything that will curb your appetite (1 John 2:15).

Those who seek righteousness will be filled (Matthew 5:6).

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Special guest preacher Josh Winton.

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Guest Preacher: Dr. Cory Barnes

The standards of the world stand opposed to God's purposes and his people (7:1-8).

The father is sovereignty victorious (7:9-12).

Christ reigns in glory (7:13-15).

Application:
Trusting human government for order and peace is a fool’s errand.
Trust fully in the sovereign power of the Father.
Submit to Christ who reigns in glory.

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Blessed are the Meek
Matthew 5:5

Main idea: Following Christ requires humility.

Meekness is revealed in us through submission.

Meekness makes us more like Jesus.

Meekness comes with a reward.

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Blessed are Those Who Mourn Matthew 5:4

Main idea: Brokenness over sin results in sorrow for sin.

“Men have tears to shed for other things - but have none to spare for their sins.” -Thomas Watson

Spiritual mourning is evidence of conviction and repentance.

Spiritual mourning serves a purpose.

Spiritual mourning is not without hope.

Spiritual mourning results in God’s comfort.
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Blessed are the Poor in Spirit Matthew 5:3

Main idea: Coming to God requires brokenness over our sin.

To be “poor in spirit” means to be broken over sin and fully aware of our need for a Savior.

Without spiritual poverty we are incapable of receiving God's grace.

The spiritually poor man… is separated from himself (Psalm 131:2); is dependent upon Jesus (Philippians 4:13); is always aware of his shortcomings (2 Cor. 12:9-10); is submissive to God's correction (Galatians 2:20; 1 Corinthians 15:10); is much in prayer (Colossians 4:12); receives salvation on God’s terms (Philippians 4:12); is eternally grateful (1 Timothy 1:12-17).

The reward for spiritual poverty is a place in God’s kingdom.

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Minor Prophets, Major Faith: Malachi

Main idea: God deserves our best.

God accepts those who turn to Him (1:2-5).

Our corruption is evidenced by our disobedience (1:6-2:16).

God’s judgment serves to refine us (2:17-3:5).

Faithfulness to God requires our best effort (3:6-4:6).

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Minor Prophets, Major Faith: Zechariah
Main idea: God has a plan to redeem his people.

Returning to God requires repentance (1:3-7:14).

God’s love is for everyone and it can not be earned, only given and accepted (8:1-23).

In the end, many will come to God (9:2-13:21).

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