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Matthew 5: 1-12 | King James Audio Bible | KJV | King James Version
“Blessed are they which do hunger and thirst after righteousness: for they shall be filled.” (Matthew 5:6, KJV)
When we have a strong desire to do what is right and fair, we will be blessed. We long for a world where goodness and justice prevail, and this hunger and thirst for righteousness will be satisfied.
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To hunger and thirst for righteousness means to have a deep longing for a world where justice, fairness, and goodness prevail. It is a passionate pursuit of living in a way that aligns with principles of truth, honesty, and compassion. It’s about seeking to make a positive impact, not just in our own lives, but also in the lives of others.
Jesus taught us to champion justice, love, and mercy. Jesus encouraged us to challenge injustice and to actively engage in acts of compassion. Jesus demonstrated that true fulfilment comes from living a life rooted in righteousness and fighting for what is right.
When we hunger and thirst for righteousness, we are driven to seek wisdom, knowledge, and understanding. We eagerly pursue opportunities to make a difference and to contribute to a more just and compassionate society. Our hunger is not a passive longing but an active pursuit of a better world.
The promise in this Beatitude is that those who hunger and thirst for righteousness will be filled. When our hearts are set on what is right, we find a sense of satisfaction and fulfilment. Our lives are enriched as we align ourselves with the values of fairness, compassion, and integrity.
This hunger for righteousness is met with abundant provision. We are filled with a sense of purpose and joy as we see the impact of our efforts to make the world a better place. The fulfilment we experience is not just personal but also extends to those around us, as we become agents of positive change.
‘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.’ (Matthew 11:29, KJV)
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Dear Jesus, help me desire what is right and good. Amen
Jesus’ great Discourse of the Mission begins in these Gospel verses with the calling together of the twelve disciples and the summative naming of the twelve. These twelve apostles are mandated; they are sent to establish the first foundations of Christ’s Church, and they are empowered by Jesus to exorcise unclean spirits and to heal the sick, to perform the very miracles of Jesus as a sign that the Kingdom of God has come. Through exorcism, the apostles are called to an imitation of Christ, and so in this way to establish the Christian community [ … ]
Christian Art | Jesus | Love Revealed By Jesus Christ | Sermon On The Mount | Beatitudes Beatitudes | Matthew’s Gospel | Sermon On The Mount | Matthew 5-7 | KJV 1 AND seeing the multitudes, he went up into a mountain: and when he was set, his disciples came unto him: 2 And he opened his mouth, and taught them, saying, 3 Blessed are the poor in spirit: for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. 4 Blessed are they that mourn: for they shall be comforted. 5 Blessed are the meek: for they shall inherit the earth. 6 Blessed are they which do hunger and thirst after righteousness: for they shall be filled. 7 Blessed are the merciful: for they shall obtain mercy. 8 Blessed are the pure in heart: for they shall see God. 9 Blessed are the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God. 10 Blessed are they which are persecuted for righteousness’ sake: for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. 11 Blessed are ye, when men shall revile you, and persecute you, and shall say all manner of evil against you falsely, for my sake. 12 Rejoice, and be exceeding glad: for great is your reward in heaven: for so persecuted they the prophets which were before you. Love Revealed By Jesus Christ | Beatitudes | Sermon On The Mount The Beatitudes form our gateway to the Sermon on the Mount, the first of the great five discourses which are recounted in Matthew’s Gospel, and a beautiful invitation to be with Jesus, a programme by which we may live a Christian life. Moses ascended a mountain to be with God and to bring the Law back to the people. Now Jesus ascends this mountain and draws the people with him, both his disciples and the multitude, and here he reforms and brings new life to the Law, teaching with authority as only he can. The Beatitudes give us Christ’s teachings as it were in microcosm. They are an invitation for everyone to be spiritually renewed and to receive such grace as will bring us to heaven. Jesus names different groups or kinds of people, and we are those people. Each one of the Beatitudes is for everyone. Each sheds its own special light on the Christian’s soul [ … read more … ] Daily Bible Verses | The Sermon On The Mount | Beatitudes | Jesus Prayer | Rock Of Ages | Doing The Will Of God Daily Bible Verses | The Sermon On The Mount | Jesus | Jewish Law | Judge Not | Cast Out The Beam Of Thine Own Eye
At its core, the Book of Revelation is a message of hope and encouragement for persecuted Christians, who were living in a time of great uncertainty and suffering. Through a series of visions and prophetic messages, the book reassures believers that God is ultimately in control of history and that evil will ultimately be defeated [ … ]
