There are many believers all through the centuries who have been mistreated. Martyrdom and persecution did not only happen to the church in the past.
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I believe this last Beatitude is the hardest, and before we can do what Jesus commands, we need to keep on experiencing the first 7 Beatitudes.
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When you come upon a crisis, complaint, or some other difficult situation, handle it with care and prayer and no complaining. Be a peacemaker.
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Think about how blessed and unified our families, businesses, and churches would be if we all endeavored to be peacemakers.
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If only we could all control our tongues, there would be much less discord in this world. Rather than argue, condemn, or gossip, simply be silent.
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A peacemaker is one who is living in peace and works to bring about peace for others, one who enjoys peace with God and wants to share that as well.
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Peace is something everyone yearns for, but peace has proven to be a most elusive commodity, both for individuals and groups.
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To have a pure heart takes the divine, miraculous intervention of God. Left on our own, we are in a desperate way, incapable of changing our nature.
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Jesus is concerned with your heart. If you keep God boxed in outward appearances and never give Him the reigns of your life, then Satan has you neutralized.
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The Greek words in Matthew 5:8 are very revealing. Jesus' calling for us to be pure in heart is deeper and more layered than you may initially think.
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Jesus personified the pure in heart. He was sincere, genuine, open, honest, and transparent, but the religious authorities of his day were the opposite.
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Jesus said the blessed ones are the pure ones. We must die to self daily and ask the Holy Spirit to fill us every day and empower us to live righteously.
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Mercy must be received before it can be extended. We are all in need of mercy. When we are born again, we can be conduits of God's love to others.
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You have heard the old adage, "what goes around comes around." I believe this is true. Show mercy, and you will be shown mercy. Don't, and you won't.
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Mercy deals with the negative, and grace puts it in the positive. Mercy takes away the pain; grace gives a better condition.
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You must first be in right relationship with God before you can perform responsibilities for God. Fellowship before function; relationship before responsibilities.
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When you and I become merciful, what a blessed life we live! We go out of our way to forgive, help, and alleviate suffering.
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I love how Joseph obeys God. He does not allow fear to paralyze him; instead, he steps forward in faith and does what God has clearly commanded him to do.
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Is God speaking to you and telling you to be patient and that He is in control? Fear not, for God is at work for the good of those who love Him.
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Today, I want us to focus on Joseph, the husband of Mary who was chosen by God to help raise the Son of God, Jesus. Talk about a huge assignment!
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