5/23/14 Matthew 5:3 Blessed Are the Poor in Spirit

Matthew 5:3 (NAS)

Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.

 

            Matthew 5:3 (Philips)

How happy are those who know their need for God, for the kingdom of Heaven is theirs.

Before Jesus Christ came into your life, you were a beggar. You were destitute of wealth, influence, position and power. You were lowly and afflicted, helpless and powerless to accomplish an end. You were poor in spirit, but now you are a happy and blessed.

Now you are a child of God, You have been born again of royalty. The Lord has made you the child of a king. You have been given dominion, rule, and authority in His Kingdom, the Kingdom of Heaven!
 
Therefore, rule with wisdom and gentleness!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(Originally written 6/7/07)