THE BEATITUDES OF JESUS

They are stated simply, but are profound in meaning. They guide. They point. They teach. They show us the values that Christ cares about. These values if followed, can not only bring a believer into a state of peace and happiness, but also right into the Kingdom of God after our journey on this earth is over.

The Latin word for blessed is beatus, from which we get the word beatitude.  They are found in Matthew 5: 3-12.

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.