by ray | Jul 3, 2012 | Matthew, NT, Sermons
The next relational blessing is related to meekness. v7– 7 Blessed are the merciful, for they will be shown mercy. I think you can see how these 8 qualities are all connected. Christians ought to progress in all 8 of these areas simultaneously. If you are poor...
by ray | Jul 3, 2012 | Matthew, NT, Sermons
When you hear the word “meek,” what comes to mind? You’re probably thinking doormat. A guy who gets struck on the cheek and he’s too chicken to fight back so he turns and offers his other check. People have a notion that Christians are so wimpy. A couple of weeks ago,...
by ray | Jul 3, 2012 | Matthew, NT, Sermons
Read Matthew 5:1-12. We are continuing on in the Beatitudes which kicks off Jesus’ first and arguably most famous sermon, the Sermon on the Mount, which spans chapters 5-7 of Matthew. The Beatitudes contain 8 statements of blessing. As Brother Daniel shared last week,...
by ray | Jun 20, 2012 | Conferences, Current Events
God is up to something good. Please read article.
by ray | Jun 12, 2012 | Matthew, NT, Sermons
Personal: Blessed Are Those Who Mourn (v4) The blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, the pure in heart, those who are pure in spirit. And lastly, v4– 4 Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted. You feel a lack. The kingdom of...