Matthew 5:5 (NIV) Now when Jesus saw the crowds, he went up on a mountainside and sat down. His disciples came to him,
Matthew 5:2–11 (NIV) 2 And he began to teach them. He said: 3 “Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. 4 Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted. 5 Blessed are the meek, for they will inherit the earth.6 Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be filled. 7 Blessed are the merciful, for they will be shown mercy. 8 Blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God. 9 Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God. 10 Blessed are those who are persecuted because of righteousness, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. 11 “Blessed are you when people insult you, persecute you and falsely say all kinds of evil against you because of me. 12 Rejoice and be glad, because great is your reward in heaven, for in the same way they persecuted the prophets who were before you.
Matthew 5:3 (NIV) “Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.
Hebrew: bārûḵ
“Yahweh is the one who has brought it about.”
“God did it”
Greek: makarios
Happy, blissful, literally, to be enlarged, The good life.
Aramaic: Toowayhon
How good is life. Enriched, happy, delighted, blissful, content.
“Congratulations”
Blessed:Experiencing fully your God-breathed intention.
“Poor In Spirit” “Congratulations if you desperately need God, for the Kingdom is yours.”
Ephesians 1:3 (NIV) Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who has blessed us in the heavenly realms with every spiritual blessing in Christ.
Mark 10 1. Rich Young Ruler/ Poor Young Slave Mark 10:21–22 (NIV) 21 Jesus looked at him and loved him. “One thing you lack,” he said. “Go, sell everything you have and give to the poor, and you will have treasure in heaven. Then come, follow me.” 22 At this the man’s face fell. He went away sad, because he had great wealth.
2. Baritmaus Mark 10:46–52 (NIV) 46 Then they came to Jericho. As Jesus and his disciples, together with a large crowd, were leaving the city, a blind man, Bartimaeus (which means “son of Timaeus”), was sitting by the roadside begging. 47 When he heard that it was Jesus of Nazareth, he began to shout, “Jesus, Son of David, have mercy on me!” 48 Many rebuked him and told him to be quiet, but he shouted all the more, “Son of David, have mercy on me!” 49 Jesus stopped and said, “Call him.” So they called to the blind man, “Cheer up! On your feet! He’s calling you.” 50 Throwing his cloak aside, he jumped to his feet and came to Jesus. 51 “What do you want me to do for you?” Jesus asked him. The blind man said, “Rabbi, I want to see.” 52 “Go,” said Jesus, “your faith has healed you.” Immediately, he received his sight and followed Jesus along the road.
Staying dependent on Jesus 1. Recognize your need
“We can’t follow the lead unless we listen to his voice. “
Revelation 3:17–18 (NIV) 17 You say, ‘I am rich; I have acquired wealth and do not need a thing.’ But you do not realize that you are wretched, pitiful, poor, blind and naked. 18 I counsel you to buy from me gold refined in the fire, so you can become rich; and white clothes to wear, so you can cover your shameful nakedness; and salve to put on your eyes, so you can see.
“You still need Jesus”
2. Direct your ambitions Matthew 6:33(NIV) Seek first the Kingdom.
3. Let go of what you have. “Everything is a small price to pay to follow Jesus.”
Mark 10:31 (ESV) Many who are first will be last, and the last first.
