Blessed!

For Thursday, September 10, 2020. 

Matthew 5:10 ESV: “Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness' sake, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.”

This verse is part of Jesus’ greatest message, the Sermon on the Mount, which includes ‘The Beatitudes,’ lessons of extreme joy, blessedness and happiness. 

Even in our own country, the character traits in the Beatitudes are not valued by some. We don’t give awards to the “Most Pure in Heart,” or the “Most Poor in Spirit.” It seems the opposite; those living wild, raucous, extravagant lives make the covers of the tabloids. But those characteristics DO describe citizens of God’s Kingdom!

Doesn’t that sound good to you – being a child of God in the Heavenly Kingdom? Jesus assures us that his followers will have a place prepared for them in the next reality. Jesus is the way, the truth, and the life. That’s ETERNAL life! Jesus wants to bring us with him, and that gives us hope! 

Blessings and safety to you today!

Pastor Norton Lawellin

Jesus in the City Fellowship

3249 30th Ave. S., Minneapolis, MN 55406