But the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid; for behold, I bring you good news of great joy which will be for all the people; for today in the city of David there has been born for you a Savior, who is Christ the Lord.”                                                                                                        Luke 2:10-11 …

Inasmuch as many have undertaken to compile an account of the things accomplished among us, just as they were handed down to us by those who from the beginning were eyewitnesses and servants of the word, it seemed fitting for me as well, having investigated everything carefully from the beginning, to write it out for you in consecutive order, most excellent Theophilus; so that you may know the exact truth…

You are the light of the world. A city set on a hill cannot be hidden; nor does anyone light a lamp and put it under a basket, but on the lampstand, and it gives light to all who are in the house. Let your light shine before men in such a way that they may see your good works,…

You are the salt of the earth; but if the salt has become tasteless, how can it be made salty again? It is no longer good for anything, except to be thrown out and trampled under foot by men.                                                                                                      Matthew 5:13  Immediately following the eight declarations of blessing known…

Blessed are you when people insult you and persecute you, and falsely say all kinds of evil against you because of Me. Rejoice and be glad, for your reward in heaven is great; for in the same way they persecuted the prophets who were before you.                                                                                                      Matthew 5:11-12  It…

Blessed are those who have been persecuted for the sake of righteousness, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.                                                                                                    Matthew 5:10  It’s in everything we see happening in our world today. The reality of spiritual warfare is something often denied but it is at the heart of all…

Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called sons of God.                                                                                     Matthew 5:9  We have already examined the biblical mandate for believers to be peacemakers. Let’s take a look at the qualities necessary for peacemaking. First, peacemakers should be confident. While being a believer is not criteria for…

Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called sons of God.                                                                                     Matthew 5:9 Peacemakers are next on Jesus’ list of those who are truly blessed. It is important to note that He does not say, “Blessed are the peacekeepers.” There is a difference between a peacekeeper and a…

Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see God.                                                             Matthew 5:8  The promise for the pure in heart is that they will see God. We would do well to remember what is required for us to enter the kingdom of God and thus see God. Consider these three truths about…

Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see God.                                                             Matthew 5:8  If we are looking for that which is absolutely pure, we must look to God. Nothing in our natural state is pure. Even for the kindest, most sincere human beings, purity is something that eludes us. Purity can be…