Devotions Part 8

Devotions Part 8

PART 8 – PEACE “Blessed/happy are the peacemakers for they shall be called sons (and daughters) of God.” [Matt.5:9] The word “peace” (shalom) occurs more than 250 times in the Bible. The root word in Greek is eiréné, meaning well-being and completeness, having a...
Devotions Part 7

Devotions Part 7

PART 7 – PURITY “Blessed/happy are the PURE in HEART for they shall SEE GOD.” Matt. 5:8 Question: Do I allow pure thoughts and motives to control my heart? Do I strive to be pure as Christ is pure? Where/what are my treasures? True Christ-like purity in life is enmity...
Devotions Part 6.

Devotions Part 6.

PART 6 – The MERCIFUL “Blessed are the merciful for they shall obtain mercy.” [Matt. 5:7] Mercy is one of the fruits that flourish when one seeks Christ’s righteousness. Questions: Do you consider yourself a merciful, compassionate person? Do you have a heart for...
Devotions part 5.

Devotions part 5.

Part 5 – RIGHTEOUSNESS “Blessed/happy and spiritually prosperous are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness (a right standing with God) for they shall be satisfied.” Matt.5:6 AMPL Questions: Are you totally satisfied and content with your life and...
Devotions Part 4.

Devotions Part 4.

Part 4 – Blessed/Happy are the Meek Questions: Do I find it difficult to submit to authority, be it to God’s supreme authority or to my parents, boss, and others God places over me? Is humility a characteristic I desire and seek? Am I humbly patient regarding my...
Devotions part 3.

Devotions part 3.

Part 3 – Blessed/Happy are those who MOURN Matt. 5:4- “Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted”. Questions: Is your heart heavy and laden with burdens? Are you mourning over the loss of something or someone? Do you allow God’s Spirit to help you mourn...