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Matthew 5: 1-12 | King James Audio Bible | KJV | King James Version
‘Blessed are they that mourn: for they shall be comforted.’ (Matthew 5:4, KJV)
Being ‘blessed’ or happy in the context of mourning may seem contradictory, but Jesus is teaching us that those who mourn over their sorrows, losses, or the brokenness of the world are not forgotten. This Beatitude acknowledges the reality of pain and grief in our lives and assures us that God sees our sorrow and offers comfort.
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This Beatitude tells us that even when we feel sad or grieve, we are not alone. Jesus says that those who mourn will be comforted. It means that God sees our sadness and promises to bring us peace and comfort.
Sometimes life can be tough, and we may experience loss, pain, or heartbreak. It’s okay to feel sad and to mourn over these things. Jesus wants us to know that he understands our sorrow because he experienced it too. Jesus invites us to come to him and find solace in his loving presence.
Jesus himself experienced deep sorrow during his time on earth. Jesus wept at the tomb of his friend Lazarus and in the Garden of Gethsemane before his crucifixion. Jesus understands the pain we feel, and invites us to bring our sorrows to him. In our mourning, we can find solace and comfort in knowing that Jesus is with us, empathizing with our pain, and offering his peace.
God’s comfort is not just about making the sadness go away, but about giving us strength and hope in the midst of it. He offers us His peace and the promise that He will heal our broken hearts. We can find rest and relief in Him, knowing that He cares for us deeply.
When we mourn, we can turn to Jesus and pour out our hearts to him. Jesus is gentle and loving, ready to listen and bring comfort to our souls. Jesus invites us to learn from him and find rest in his presence. Jesus’ burden is light, and he gives us strength to carry on.
‘Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn of me; for I am meek and lowly in heart: and ye shall find rest unto your souls. For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light.’ (Matthew 11:28-30, KJV)
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Dear Jesus, I surrender my pain and sadness to you. Fill my heart with your peace and surround me with your love. Help me to trust that you will bring beauty from ashes and turn my mourning into joy.
Lord, I know that you are close to the brokenhearted and that you collect every tear. Embrace me in your arms of compassion and wipe away my tears. Thank you for the comfort that comes from knowing you are near. Amen
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