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Sermon on the Mount / Beatitudes
“Blessed are the poor in spirit”“poor in spirit” = those who recognize their utter need of God’s helpLuke 18:10-14“Blessed are those who mourn”Those who mourn over their sinPsalm 51:1-19Luke 7:36-50“Blessed are the meek”Humility to extend grace“Blessed are those who hunger and thirst after righteousness”Psalm 63“Blessed are the merciful”Providing help to those in needLuke 15:11-30To the poorTo one who offendsToward friends and acquaintancesToward the lostTo animalsTo people’s reputationsTreating sin seriously, but not not slandering or gossiping“Blessed are the pure in heart”Right actions, right methods, and right motives“Blessed are the peacemakers”Brokering peace with others and between othersBring those at enmity with God to know God’s peace“Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness’ sake”