Month: February 2025

(KJV) Matthew 5:39

But I say unto you, That ye resist not evil: but whosoever shall smite thee on thy right cheek, turn to him the other also.

When Jesus said, “Do not resist an evil person” in Matthew 5:39, He wasn’t giving a green light to injustice or saying we should tolerate abuse. As Scripture shows elsewhere, God establishes authorities to maintain justice and restrain evil (Romans 13:1-4). Instead, Jesus is challenging our personal reactions when we are wronged.

The context of this passage reveals a deeper call: to love our enemies and pray for those who mistreat us (Matthew 5:44). When hit with an insult or an unfair situation, our natural human instinct is to strike back with hatred or bitterness. Jesus calls us to a higher standard. He invites us to respond with a Christlike character that completely disrupts the cycle of retaliation.

How we treat those who mistreat us serves as a powerful mirror of the Gospel. Throughout Scripture, we see remarkable examples of this godly spirit in action:

• Abraham gave Lot the first choice of the land, yet later risked his life to rescue Lot when he was captured (Genesis 13:1-13; 14:14).
• Joseph forgave the very brothers who sold him into slavery, choosing to sustain them rather than seek revenge (Genesis 37:18-28, 50:19-21).
• David repeatedly spared King Saul’s life, refusing to harm the man who was actively hunting him down (1 Samuel 24, 26).
• Jesus and Stephen both prayed for the forgiveness of their executioners while actively laying down their lives (Luke 23:34; Acts 7:60).

When we choose kindness over retaliation, our actions force others to consider the reality of the Lord we serve. Standing out through radical grace can be the very catalyst that leads someone to accept Christ as their Savior and Lord.

Heavenly Father,

Thank You for the ultimate example of grace and restraint shown through Your Son, Jesus Christ. Lord, it is incredibly difficult to stay calm and kind when we feel wronged, insulted, or unappreciated. We ask that You root out any spirit of hatred, bitterness, or revenge hiding inside our hearts.

Fill us with Your Holy Spirit so that our immediate reaction to unfairness reflects Your love rather than our own anger. Help us to trust Your justice and give us the strength to love our enemies well. May our lives be a living testimony of Your goodness, drawing others out of darkness and into a relationship with You.

In Jesus’ name, we pray, Amen.

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1. LOOKS LUSTFULLY / MATTHEW 5:28
2. ANGRY … RACA … FOOL / MATTHEW 5:22
3. UNLESS YOUR RIGHTEOUSNESS / MATTHEW 5:20
4. GREAT IN THE KINGDOM / MATTHEW 5:19
5. THE LAW TO FULFILL / MATTHEW 5:17
6. LET YOUR LIGHT SHINE THAT THEY MAY SEE YOUR GOOD DEEDS / MATTHEW 5:14-16
7. PERSECUTED BECAUSE OF RIGHTEOUSNESS / MATTHEW 5:10
8. THE PEACEMAKERS / MATTHEW 5:9
9. THE PURE IN HEART / MATTHEW 5:8
10. THE MERCIFUL / MATTHEW 5:7
11. HUNGER AND THIRST FOR RIGHTEOUSNESS / MATTHEW 5:6
12. THE MEEK / MATTHEW 5:5
13. THOSE WHO MOURN / MATTHEW 5:4
14. BLESSED POOR IN SPIRIT / MATTHEW 5:3
15. SERMON ON THE MONT / MATTHEW 5-7
16. THE KINGDOM AND HEALING / MATTHEW 4:23
17. FISHERS OF MEN / MATTHEW 4:19
18. IT IS WRITTEN / MATTHEW 4:6
19. FASTING FORTY DAYS / MATTHEW 4:2
20. JESUS … TEMPTED / MATTHEW 4:1-11
21. THE TRINITY IN EXAMPLE / MATTHEW 3:17
22. SPIRIT … ON HIM / MATTHEW 3:16
23. JESUS … BAPTIZED / MATTHEW 3:13
24. WILL BAPTIZE YOU WITH THE HOLY SPIRIT / MATTHEW 3:11
25. FRUIT IN KEEPING WITH REPENTANCE / MATTHEW 3:8
26. PHARISEES AND SADDUCEES / MATTHEW 3:7
27. KINGDOM OF HEAVEN – REPENT / MATTHEW 3:2
28. WARNED IN A DREAM / MATTHEW 2:22-23
29. ESCAPE TO EGYPT / MATTHEW 2:13
30. CHIEF PRIESTS AND TEACHERS OF THE LAW / MATTHEW 2:4
31. HEROD – MAGI / MATTHEW 2:1
32. NO UNION WITH HER UNTIL / MATTHEW 1:25
33. VIRGIN … GIVE BIRTH TO A SON / MATTHEW 1:23
34. JESUS / MATTHEW 1:21
35. MARY … JESUS / MATTHEW 1:16
36. CHRIST – SON OF DAVID / MATTHEW 1:1
37. GENEALOGY OF JESUS CHRIST / MATTHEW 1:1-16
38. I AM WITH YOU / MATTHEW 28:20
39. KILL ALL THE BOYS / MATTHEW 2:16
40. FORGIVENESS OF SINS / MATTHEW 26:28
41. SATAN / MATTHEW 4:10
42. DEVIL AND HIS ANGELS / MATTHEW 25:41
43. MONEY / MATTHEW 6:24
44. GO … MAKE DISCIPLES … BAPTIZING / MATTHEW 28:19
45. SALT OF THE EARTH / MATTHEW 5:13
46. YOU ARE WORTH MORE / MATTHEW 10:31
47. GUIDED BY GRACE HOME

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(KJV) Matthew 5:28

But I say unto you, That whosoever looketh on a woman to lust after her hath committed adultery with her already in his heart.

Many believers today argue that New Testament Christians are entirely free from the constraints of Old Testament law. However, Jesus makes it clear in Matthew 5:17 that He did not come to abolish the law, but to fulfill it. In fact, throughout the Sermon on the Mount, Christ calls His followers to an even higher moral standard than the letter of the law required.

We see this explicitly in Matthew 5:28, where Jesus addresses the command against adultery. He transitions the focus from the external action to the internal condition of the heart, warning that “anyone who looks at a woman lustfully has already committed adultery with her in his heart.”

Jesus is not speaking about a passing, involuntary thought or a sudden temptation. Being tempted is not a sin; even Christ was tempted. The transgression occurs when we allow ungodly thoughts to linger, taking root in our minds.

To intentionally entertain and feed immoral desires is to give them internal approval. Cultivating these hidden fantasies actively reshapes our character and prepares us to act them out when the opportunity arises. An ungodly sexual desire that is entertained, coddled, and not resisted is sin.

To live out Christ’s standard, we must actively guard what we allow into our minds. Satan frequently uses entertainment to erode moral boundaries. As believers, we must maintain strict spiritual vigilance over the media we consume, including movies, television, and literature. Scripture consistently warns us to flee from sexual immorality and to abstain from fleshly lusts that wage war against the soul (1 Corinthians 6:18; 1 Peter 2:11).

Maintaining sexual purity is a shared responsibility that requires effort from both men and women. God calls all believers to practice modesty in their words, actions, and attire.

• Practicing Mutual Respect: Dressing in a manner that intentionally stirs up lustful desires or draws undue attention to the body creates a stumbling block for others. Scripture reminds us that behavior or dress that encourages another person to stumble is not pleasing to God (1 Timothy 2:9).
• Guarding the Eye Gate: Men and women alike must actively guard their eyes and hearts, consciously choosing to turn away from situations, environments, or media that provoke lustful thoughts.

True purity begins in the hidden spaces of the mind. By submitting our thought lives to the lordship of Christ, we honor God, protect our neighbors, and fulfill the high calling of the gospel.

Heavenly Father,

We come before You recognizing that You see not just our outward actions, but the deepest intentions and thoughts of our hearts. Forgive us for the times we have allowed our minds to wander into areas that do not honor You. Cleanse us from secret faults and create in us clean hearts.

Holy Spirit, grant us the wisdom and strength to guard our eyes and minds from the temptations of this world. Help us to establish healthy boundaries in our entertainment, our dress, and our relationships. May our lives reflect Your holiness, and may our thoughts be pleasing in Your sight. We ask for the grace to walk in purity, holding fast to the high standard Christ set for us.

In Jesus’ name, we pray, Amen.

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1. ANGRY … RACA … FOOL / MATTHEW 5:22
2. UNLESS YOUR RIGHTEOUSNESS / MATTHEW 5:20
3. GREAT IN THE KINGDOM / MATTHEW 5:19
4. THE LAW TO FULFILL / MATTHEW 5:17
5. LET YOUR LIGHT SHINE THAT THEY MAY SEE YOUR GOOD DEEDS / MATTHEW 5:14-16
6. PERSECUTED BECAUSE OF RIGHTEOUSNESS / MATTHEW 5:10
7. THE PEACEMAKERS / MATTHEW 5:9
8. THE PURE IN HEART / MATTHEW 5:8
9. THE MERCIFUL / MATTHEW 5:7
10. HUNGER AND THIRST FOR RIGHTEOUSNESS / MATTHEW 5:6
11. THE MEEK / MATTHEW 5:5
12. THOSE WHO MOURN / MATTHEW 5:4
13. BLESSED POOR IN SPIRIT / MATTHEW 5:3
14. SERMON ON THE MONT / MATTHEW 5-7
15. THE KINGDOM AND HEALING / MATTHEW 4:23
16. FISHERS OF MEN / MATTHEW 4:19
17. IT IS WRITTEN / MATTHEW 4:6
18. FASTING FORTY DAYS / MATTHEW 4:2
19. JESUS … TEMPTED / MATTHEW 4:1-11
20. THE TRINITY IN EXAMPLE / MATTHEW 3:17
21. SPIRIT … ON HIM / MATTHEW 3:16
22. JESUS … BAPTIZED / MATTHEW 3:13
23. WILL BAPTIZE YOU WITH THE HOLY SPIRIT / MATTHEW 3:11
24. FRUIT IN KEEPING WITH REPENTANCE / MATTHEW 3:8
25. PHARISEES AND SADDUCEES / MATTHEW 3:7
26. KINGDOM OF HEAVEN – REPENT / MATTHEW 3:2
27. WARNED IN A DREAM / MATTHEW 2:22-23
28. ESCAPE TO EGYPT / MATTHEW 2:13
29. CHIEF PRIESTS AND TEACHERS OF THE LAW / MATTHEW 2:4
30. HEROD – MAGI / MATTHEW 2:1
31. NO UNION WITH HER UNTIL / MATTHEW 1:25
32. VIRGIN … GIVE BIRTH TO A SON / MATTHEW 1:23
33. JESUS / MATTHEW 1:21
34. MARY … JESUS / MATTHEW 1:16
35. CHRIST – SON OF DAVID / MATTHEW 1:1
36. GENEALOGY OF JESUS CHRIST / MATTHEW 1:1-16
37. I AM WITH YOU / MATTHEW 28:20
38. KILL ALL THE BOYS / MATTHEW 2:16
39. FORGIVENESS OF SINS / MATTHEW 26:28
40. SATAN / MATTHEW 4:10
41. DEVIL AND HIS ANGELS / MATTHEW 25:41
42. MONEY / MATTHEW 6:24
43. GO … MAKE DISCIPLES … BAPTIZING / MATTHEW 28:19
44. SALT OF THE EARTH / MATTHEW 5:13
45. YOU ARE WORTH MORE / MATTHEW 10:31
46. GUIDED BY GRACE HOME

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(KJV) Matthew 5:22

 But I say unto you, That whosoever is angry with his brother without a cause shall be in danger of the judgment: and whosoever shall say to his brother, Raca, shall be in danger of the council: but whosoever shall say, Thou fool, shall be in danger of hell fire.

We live in a culture where venting anger is often celebrated as a form of authenticity. However, in the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus stops us in our tracks with a radical, heart-level standard. In Matthew 5:22, He addresses three escalating levels of relational brokenness: being angry, shouting Raca, and calling someone a fool.

To understand His words, we must recognize that Jesus is not speaking of a justified anger at those who are wicked and cruel, such as His own righteous indignation when cleansing the temple (John 2:13-17). Rather, He is condemning the act of judging another out of personal malice, fueled by a desire to harm, demean, or culturally destroy another person.

Jesus breaks down how hidden bitterness manifests into destructive behavior:

• Internal Anger: The baseline danger starts in the heart. Harboring unresolved, self-righteous anger places us under the same moral judgment as the act of murder, because murder begins in the mind.
• “Raca” (The Insult): Raca is an Aramaic term of contempt. It essentially means calling someone an “empty-headed fool” or worthless. It is the sin of arrogance—arrogantly dismissing someone’s intelligence and dignity.
• “You Fool!” (The Condemnation): In the biblical context, calling someone a “godless fool” (mōros) goes beyond mocking their intellect. It judges their character and spiritual standing. Calling a person a godless fool in anger indicates a heart attitude that places one “in danger of the fire of hell.” It usurps God’s role as the ultimate Judge.

Jesus reveals that our words are a spiritual heart monitor. Murderous actions start as murderous attitudes. When we diminish another human being made in the image of God to an “empty head” or a “godless fool,” we reveal a desire to erase their worth.

Today, let us ask the Holy Spirit to search our hearts. Are we harboring hidden contempt? Are we using our words to tear down? True righteousness calls us to lay down our rights, forgive quickly, and see others through the lens of God’s redeeming grace.

Heavenly Father, search my heart today. Forgive me for the moments I have allowed anger to fester into bitterness, and for the times my words have diminished others. Guard my tongue against contempt, insult, and judgment. Cleanse me of any desire to harm another person’s dignity or reputation. Fill me instead with Your Holy Spirit, that my words may build up and reflect Your profound grace. Teach me to love as You love, seeing every person as an image-bearer of the Creator. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

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1. UNLESS YOUR RIGHTEOUSNESS / MATTHEW 5:20
2. GREAT IN THE KINGDOM / MATTHEW 5:19
3. THE LAW TO FULFILL / MATTHEW 5:17
4. LET YOUR LIGHT SHINE THAT THEY MAY SEE YOUR GOOD DEEDS / MATTHEW 5:14-16
5. PERSECUTED BECAUSE OF RIGHTEOUSNESS / MATTHEW 5:10
6. THE PEACEMAKERS / MATTHEW 5:9
7. THE PURE IN HEART / MATTHEW 5:8
8. THE MERCIFUL / MATTHEW 5:7
9. HUNGER AND THIRST FOR RIGHTEOUSNESS / MATTHEW 5:6
10. THE MEEK / MATTHEW 5:5
11. THOSE WHO MOURN / MATTHEW 5:4
12. BLESSED POOR IN SPIRIT / MATTHEW 5:3
13. SERMON ON THE MONT / MATTHEW 5-7
14. THE KINGDOM AND HEALING / MATTHEW 4:23
15. FISHERS OF MEN / MATTHEW 4:19
16. IT IS WRITTEN / MATTHEW 4:6
17. FASTING FORTY DAYS / MATTHEW 4:2
18. JESUS … TEMPTED / MATTHEW 4:1-11
19. THE TRINITY IN EXAMPLE / MATTHEW 3:17
20. SPIRIT … ON HIM / MATTHEW 3:16
21. JESUS … BAPTIZED / MATTHEW 3:13
22. WILL BAPTIZE YOU WITH THE HOLY SPIRIT / MATTHEW 3:11
23. FRUIT IN KEEPING WITH REPENTANCE / MATTHEW 3:8
24. PHARISEES AND SADDUCEES / MATTHEW 3:7
25. KINGDOM OF HEAVEN – REPENT / MATTHEW 3:2
26. WARNED IN A DREAM / MATTHEW 2:22-23
27. ESCAPE TO EGYPT / MATTHEW 2:13
28. CHIEF PRIESTS AND TEACHERS OF THE LAW / MATTHEW 2:4
29. HEROD – MAGI / MATTHEW 2:1
30. NO UNION WITH HER UNTIL / MATTHEW 1:25
31. VIRGIN … GIVE BIRTH TO A SON / MATTHEW 1:23
32. JESUS / MATTHEW 1:21
33. MARY … JESUS / MATTHEW 1:16
34. CHRIST – SON OF DAVID / MATTHEW 1:1
35. GENEALOGY OF JESUS CHRIST / MATTHEW 1:1-16
36. I AM WITH YOU / MATTHEW 28:20
37. KILL ALL THE BOYS / MATTHEW 2:16
38. FORGIVENESS OF SINS / MATTHEW 26:28
39. SATAN / MATTHEW 4:10
40. DEVIL AND HIS ANGELS / MATTHEW 25:41
41. MONEY / MATTHEW 6:24
42. GO … MAKE DISCIPLES … BAPTIZING / MATTHEW 28:19
43. SALT OF THE EARTH / MATTHEW 5:13
44. YOU ARE WORTH MORE / MATTHEW 10:31
45. GUIDED BY GRACE HOME

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(KJV) Matthew 5:20

For I say unto you, That except your righteousness shall exceed the righteousness of the scribes and Pharisees, ye shall in no case enter into the kingdom of heaven.

In Matthew 5:20, Jesus drops a bombshell on His listeners: “For I tell you that unless your righteousness surpasses that of the Pharisees and the teachers of the law, you will certainly not enter the kingdom of heaven.”

To the everyday person standing on that hillside, this statement was terrifying. The Pharisees and teachers were the ultimate spiritual heavyweights of their day. They seemed to do everything right. They lived meticulously by the law, memorized Scripture, prayed on schedule, fasted regularly, and never missed a worship service.

If their righteousness wasn’t enough to get into heaven, what hope did anyone else have?

The problem wasn’t what the Pharisees were doing; it was why and how they were doing it. Their righteousness was entirely external. They mastered the art of the outward performance while their hearts remained completely unchanged. They substituted religious rule-following for true, inner devotion to God.

It is dangerously easy to fall into this same trap today. We can easily check off our spiritual to-do lists:

• Attending church services
• Reading a daily devotion
• Volunteering for ministry projects
• Giving tithes and offerings

But Jesus looks straight past our religious checklists. He looks directly at the heart. In Mark 7:6, Jesus quotes the prophet Isaiah to expose this exact issue: “These people honor me with their lips, but their hearts are far from me.”

Jesus isn’t calling us to become more rigid legalists than the Pharisees. He is calling us to a deeper, transformative righteousness that starts from the inside out. True righteousness means our hearts, spirits, and secret motives conform to God’s standards because we love and trust Him.

God doesn’t just want your compliance; He wants your devotion. External actions are empty without the correct inner attitudes. When we truly love God, our outward actions naturally flow from a place of genuine worship, not obligation or a desire to be seen by others. We need both: a heart captured by God’s grace and a life that reflects His holiness.

Examine your spiritual walk this week. Are you just going through the motions, or is your faith driven by a vibrant, loving relationship with Jesus? Let’s ask Him to do a deep work in our hearts today.

Heavenly Father, search my heart today. Forgive me for the times I have settled for a superficial faith, valuing the applause of people or the comfort of a checklist over true intimacy with You. Cleanse my secret motives and align my inner attitudes with Your Holy Spirit.

Lord, I know I cannot produce true righteousness on my own strength. I ask You to transform my heart from the inside out so that my words, thoughts, and actions naturally reflect Your love, truth, and grace. Let my devotion to You be driven by authentic love and absolute trust. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

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1. GREAT IN THE KINGDOM / MATTHEW 5:19
2. THE LAW TO FULFILL / MATTHEW 5:17
3. LET YOUR LIGHT SHINE THAT THEY MAY SEE YOUR GOOD DEEDS / MATTHEW 5:14-16
4. PERSECUTED BECAUSE OF RIGHTEOUSNESS / MATTHEW 5:10
5. THE PEACEMAKERS / MATTHEW 5:9
6. THE PURE IN HEART / MATTHEW 5:8
7. THE MERCIFUL / MATTHEW 5:7
8. HUNGER AND THIRST FOR RIGHTEOUSNESS / MATTHEW 5:6
9. THE MEEK / MATTHEW 5:5
10. THOSE WHO MOURN / MATTHEW 5:4
11. BLESSED POOR IN SPIRIT / MATTHEW 5:3
12. SERMON ON THE MONT / MATTHEW 5-7
13. THE KINGDOM AND HEALING / MATTHEW 4:23
14. FISHERS OF MEN / MATTHEW 4:19
15. IT IS WRITTEN / MATTHEW 4:6
16. FASTING FORTY DAYS / MATTHEW 4:2
17. JESUS … TEMPTED / MATTHEW 4:1-11
18. THE TRINITY IN EXAMPLE / MATTHEW 3:17
19. SPIRIT … ON HIM / MATTHEW 3:16
20. JESUS … BAPTIZED / MATTHEW 3:13
21. WILL BAPTIZE YOU WITH THE HOLY SPIRIT / MATTHEW 3:11
22. FRUIT IN KEEPING WITH REPENTANCE / MATTHEW 3:8
23. PHARISEES AND SADDUCEES / MATTHEW 3:7
24. KINGDOM OF HEAVEN – REPENT / MATTHEW 3:2
25. WARNED IN A DREAM / MATTHEW 2:22-23
26. ESCAPE TO EGYPT / MATTHEW 2:13
27. CHIEF PRIESTS AND TEACHERS OF THE LAW / MATTHEW 2:4
28. HEROD – MAGI / MATTHEW 2:1
29. NO UNION WITH HER UNTIL / MATTHEW 1:25
30. VIRGIN … GIVE BIRTH TO A SON / MATTHEW 1:23
31. JESUS / MATTHEW 1:21
32. MARY … JESUS / MATTHEW 1:16
33. CHRIST – SON OF DAVID / MATTHEW 1:1
34. GENEALOGY OF JESUS CHRIST / MATTHEW 1:1-16
35. I AM WITH YOU / MATTHEW 28:20
36. KILL ALL THE BOYS / MATTHEW 2:16
37. FORGIVENESS OF SINS / MATTHEW 26:28
38. SATAN / MATTHEW 4:10
39. DEVIL AND HIS ANGELS / MATTHEW 25:41
40. MONEY / MATTHEW 6:24
41. GO … MAKE DISCIPLES … BAPTIZING / MATTHEW 28:19
42. SALT OF THE EARTH / MATTHEW 5:13
43. YOU ARE WORTH MORE / MATTHEW 10:31
44. GUIDED BY GRACE HOME

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(KJV) Matthew 5:19

Whosoever therefore shall break one of these least commandments, and shall teach men so, he shall be called the least in the kingdom of heaven: but whosoever shall do and teach them, the same shall be called great in the kingdom of heaven.

True greatness in the kingdom of heaven is determined by our obedience and influence regarding God’s law. According to Matthew 5:19, anyone who obeys and teaches God’s commands will be called great.

In a world that constantly encourages us to compromise, Jesus calls us to a higher standard. Our status in eternity is directly tied to how we interact with His Word.

• Our Attitude: Loving God means His commands are not a burden (1 John 5:3).
• Our Affection: Delight in His truth (Psalms 119:47).
• Our Impact: Inspiring others through a faithful, uncompromising example.

When we treat His holiness as if it does not matter today, we lower the standard for those watching us. True honor belongs to those who steadfastly do and teach His truths.

Lord, grant us a deep love for Your commandments. Let our daily choices inspire others to live by Your standards rather than compromise them. Keep us faithful in the small things so that our lives may honor You and lead others into Your truth. Amen.

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1. THE LAW TO FULFILL / MATTHEW 5:17
2. LET YOUR LIGHT SHINE THAT THEY MAY SEE YOUR GOOD DEEDS / MATTHEW 5:14-16
3. PERSECUTED BECAUSE OF RIGHTEOUSNESS / MATTHEW 5:10
4. THE PEACEMAKERS / MATTHEW 5:9
5. THE PURE IN HEART / MATTHEW 5:8
6. THE MERCIFUL / MATTHEW 5:7
7. HUNGER AND THIRST FOR RIGHTEOUSNESS / MATTHEW 5:6
8. THE MEEK / MATTHEW 5:5
9. THOSE WHO MOURN / MATTHEW 5:4
10. BLESSED POOR IN SPIRIT / MATTHEW 5:3
11. SERMON ON THE MONT / MATTHEW 5-7
12. THE KINGDOM AND HEALING / MATTHEW 4:23
13. FISHERS OF MEN / MATTHEW 4:19
14. IT IS WRITTEN / MATTHEW 4:6
15. FASTING FORTY DAYS / MATTHEW 4:2
16. JESUS … TEMPTED / MATTHEW 4:1-11
17. THE TRINITY IN EXAMPLE / MATTHEW 3:17
18. SPIRIT … ON HIM / MATTHEW 3:16
19. JESUS … BAPTIZED / MATTHEW 3:13
20. WILL BAPTIZE YOU WITH THE HOLY SPIRIT / MATTHEW 3:11
21. FRUIT IN KEEPING WITH REPENTANCE / MATTHEW 3:8
22. PHARISEES AND SADDUCEES / MATTHEW 3:7
23. KINGDOM OF HEAVEN – REPENT / MATTHEW 3:2
24. WARNED IN A DREAM / MATTHEW 2:22-23
25. ESCAPE TO EGYPT / MATTHEW 2:13
26. CHIEF PRIESTS AND TEACHERS OF THE LAW / MATTHEW 2:4
27. HEROD – MAGI / MATTHEW 2:1
28. NO UNION WITH HER UNTIL / MATTHEW 1:25
29. VIRGIN … GIVE BIRTH TO A SON / MATTHEW 1:23
30. JESUS / MATTHEW 1:21
31. MARY … JESUS / MATTHEW 1:16
32. CHRIST – SON OF DAVID / MATTHEW 1:1
33. GENEALOGY OF JESUS CHRIST / MATTHEW 1:1-16
34. I AM WITH YOU / MATTHEW 28:20
35. KILL ALL THE BOYS / MATTHEW 2:16
36. FORGIVENESS OF SINS / MATTHEW 26:28
37. SATAN / MATTHEW 4:10
38. DEVIL AND HIS ANGELS / MATTHEW 25:41
39. MONEY / MATTHEW 6:24
40. GO … MAKE DISCIPLES … BAPTIZING / MATTHEW 28:19
41. SALT OF THE EARTH / MATTHEW 5:13
42. YOU ARE WORTH MORE / MATTHEW 10:31
43. GUIDED BY GRACE HOME

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(KJV) Matthew 5:17

Think not that I am come to destroy the law, or the prophets: I am not come to destroy, but to fulfil.

In the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus makes a statement that bridges the gap between ancient history and our daily lives as believers: “Do not think that I have come to abolish the Law or the Prophets; I have not come to abolish them but to fulfill them.” (Matthew 5:17).

To fully grasp what Jesus meant, we first need to understand what “the Law and the Prophets” actually encompasses. In the Jewish tradition, this phrase represents the entirety of the Old Testament scripture. It includes the Torah (the first five books), the Former Prophets (historical books like Joshua, Judges, Samuel, and Kings), the Latter Prophets (the Major and Minor prophets), and even the Writings like the Psalms (Matthew 13:35; Psalms 78:2).

The Old Testament serves as a beautiful preview of everything Jesus Christ came to accomplish. He did not come to discard it, but to unlock its ultimate spiritual purpose.

So, what does Jesus’ fulfillment of the law mean for our lives today?

As New Testament Christians, our relationship to the Old Testament law changed after the cross. The sacrificial, ceremonial, and civil laws given specifically to ancient Israel are no longer binding on us (Hebrews 10:1-4). Jesus fulfilled those requirements once and for all.

However, the moral and ethical principles underlying the law—which reveal God’s immutable character, standards, and desires—remain completely true today. We see these same principles echoed throughout the teachings of Christ and the Apostles (Matthew 22:36-40; Galatians 5:14).

For the believer, keeping God’s moral law is not a checklist to earn salvation or forgiveness (Galatians 2:16). We can never buy our way into heaven through legalistic obedience.

Instead, the law acts as a beautiful code of conduct for people who are already saved. When we choose to live by God’s standards, we are simply expressing our deep gratitude to Christ for saving us and allowing Him to live His life through us (Romans 6:15-22).

Faith changes our posture toward God. He is no longer just a distant, sovereign Lawgiver; through Jesus, He becomes our loving heavenly Father (John 1:12; Galatians 4:6).

Because we love Him, our motivation shifts from a rigid obligation to a heartfelt desire to please Him. This transformation is not something we can manufacture on our own strength. It is the work of God’s grace and the Holy Spirit living inside us (Romans 8:13). The Holy Spirit empowers us to overcome our old nature, transforms our hearts from the inside out, and guides us to do the Father’s will (Matthew 7:21).

By walking under the “law of Christ,” we willingly yield our lives to His control to become “slaves to righteousness” (Romans 6:18-22). Our ultimate goal is to put the needs of the Kingdom and others ahead of ourselves (Galatians 6:2). In doing so, we reflect His character to the world around us and remain faithful to the true spiritual requirements of God’s law.

Heavenly Father,

Thank You for the beautiful unity of Your Word and for the perfect work of Your Son, Jesus Christ, who came to fulfill the Law and the Prophets on our behalf. Thank You that we are no longer bound by a system of rules to earn Your favor, but that through faith, we are welcomed into Your family as Your beloved children.

Lord, we ask that Your Holy Spirit work deeply within our hearts today. Transform our inner desires so that our outward obedience flows from genuine love and gratitude. Help us to put to death the ungodly habits of our human nature. Teach us to live under the law of Christ by serving others, putting Your Kingdom first, and actively doing Your will.

May our lives reflect Your holy character and bring glory to Your name.

In Jesus’ precious name we pray, Amen.

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1. LET YOUR LIGHT SHINE THAT THEY MAY SEE YOUR GOOD DEEDS / MATTHEW 5:14-16
2. PERSECUTED BECAUSE OF RIGHTEOUSNESS / MATTHEW 5:10
3. THE PEACEMAKERS / MATTHEW 5:9
4. THE PURE IN HEART / MATTHEW 5:8
5. THE MERCIFUL / MATTHEW 5:7
6. HUNGER AND THIRST FOR RIGHTEOUSNESS / MATTHEW 5:6
7. THE MEEK / MATTHEW 5:5
8. THOSE WHO MOURN / MATTHEW 5:4
9. BLESSED POOR IN SPIRIT / MATTHEW 5:3
10. SERMON ON THE MONT / MATTHEW 5-7
11. THE KINGDOM AND HEALING / MATTHEW 4:23
12. FISHERS OF MEN / MATTHEW 4:19
13. IT IS WRITTEN / MATTHEW 4:6
14. FASTING FORTY DAYS / MATTHEW 4:2
15. JESUS … TEMPTED / MATTHEW 4:1-11
16. THE TRINITY IN EXAMPLE / MATTHEW 3:17
17. SPIRIT … ON HIM / MATTHEW 3:16
18. JESUS … BAPTIZED / MATTHEW 3:13
19. WILL BAPTIZE YOU WITH THE HOLY SPIRIT / MATTHEW 3:11
20. FRUIT IN KEEPING WITH REPENTANCE / MATTHEW 3:8
21. PHARISEES AND SADDUCEES / MATTHEW 3:7
22. KINGDOM OF HEAVEN – REPENT / MATTHEW 3:2
23. WARNED IN A DREAM / MATTHEW 2:22-23
24. ESCAPE TO EGYPT / MATTHEW 2:13
25. CHIEF PRIESTS AND TEACHERS OF THE LAW / MATTHEW 2:4
26. HEROD – MAGI / MATTHEW 2:1
27. NO UNION WITH HER UNTIL / MATTHEW 1:25
28. VIRGIN … GIVE BIRTH TO A SON / MATTHEW 1:23
29. JESUS / MATTHEW 1:21
30. MARY … JESUS / MATTHEW 1:16
31. CHRIST – SON OF DAVID / MATTHEW 1:1
32. GENEALOGY OF JESUS CHRIST / MATTHEW 1:1-16
33. I AM WITH YOU / MATTHEW 28:20
34. KILL ALL THE BOYS / MATTHEW 2:16
35. FORGIVENESS OF SINS / MATTHEW 26:28
36. SATAN / MATTHEW 4:10
37. DEVIL AND HIS ANGELS / MATTHEW 25:41
38. MONEY / MATTHEW 6:24
39. GO … MAKE DISCIPLES … BAPTIZING / MATTHEW 28:19
40. SALT OF THE EARTH / MATTHEW 5:13
41. YOU ARE WORTH MORE / MATTHEW 10:31
42. GUIDED BY GRACE HOME

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(KJV) Matthew 5:14-16

Ye are the light of the world. A city that is set on an hill cannot be hid. ¹⁵ Neither do men light a candle, and put it under a bushel, but on a candlestick; and it giveth light unto all that are in the house. ¹⁶ Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven.

In the time of Jesus, everyday people relied on small, unassuming clay lamps. Fueled by olive oil and a simple wick, these tiny vessels had a massive responsibility: to push back the heavy darkness of the night.

As followers of Christ, Jesus calls us to be exactly like those simple clay lamps. In Matthew 5:14-16, He declares, “You are the light of the world. A town built on a hill cannot be hidden. Neither do people light a lamp and put it under a bowl. Instead they put it on its stand, and it gives light to everyone in the house. In the same way, let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven.”

We live in a world that can often feel spiritually dark and disorienting. Yet, we are given the incredible privilege of lighting the way to God by reflecting the life, love, and light of His Son, Jesus.

Genuine faith is not meant to be kept under wraps. Our lives should stand out in society in a positive, spiritually enlightening way. People all around us are actively searching for direction, meaning, and hope. When we live out our faith authentically, it becomes a beacon for those lost in the shadows.

Reflecting Jesus happens through our words, but it is often amplified much more effectively through our actions. To truly show the world who Jesus is, we must follow His example of humble leadership. Jesus did not come to be served, but to serve. We must adopt that same posture—actively looking for ways to assist others and meet their needs at home, at school, on the job, and in our neighborhoods.

By serving people, we break down the barriers of resistance and opposition to the Gospel. Simple acts of kindness and meeting tangible, practical needs validate the message we carry.

Truthfully, many people will not pay attention to the message of salvation unless it comes from someone who cares enough to meet them right where they are hurting. Sometimes, we must feed a person’s physical hunger before we can share the bread of life with their soul. Other times, we may need to help clean up a neighborhood before we can help invite restoration into the lives of the people living inside it.

When we actively fight against injustice, share our food and clothing, support our families, and stand up for the oppressed, Scripture promises that our “light will rise in the darkness” (Isaiah 58:10). Practical service and loving interactions open the door to share the bold, life-changing truth of Christ. When people see the authenticity of our love, they become open to considering Christ’s claims, believing His Word, and yielding their lives to Him.

Heavenly Father,

Thank You for sending Your Son, Jesus, to be the ultimate Light of the world. Lord, we acknowledge that this present world can often feel dark, but You have called us to be lamps that push that darkness away. Forgive us for the times we have hidden our faith or stayed comfortable in our own circles.

Fill us daily with Your Holy Spirit so that we can reflect Your humility and compassion. Give us eyes to see the practical needs around us—at home, at work, and in our communities. Help us to serve others cheerfully, giving food to the hungry, clothing to the needy, and love to the brokenhearted.

Let our actions pave the way for our words. Open doors for us to boldly share the hope we have in Jesus. May our lives be an undeniable testimony of Your goodness, so that when others see our good deeds, they don’t praise us, but point all the glory to You.

In Jesus’ mighty name, we pray. Amen.

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1. PERSECUTED BECAUSE OF RIGHTEOUSNESS / MATTHEW 5:10
2. THE PEACEMAKERS / MATTHEW 5:9
3. THE PURE IN HEART / MATTHEW 5:8
4. THE MERCIFUL / MATTHEW 5:7
5. HUNGER AND THIRST FOR RIGHTEOUSNESS / MATTHEW 5:6
6. THE MEEK / MATTHEW 5:5
7. THOSE WHO MOURN / MATTHEW 5:4
8. BLESSED POOR IN SPIRIT / MATTHEW 5:3
9. SERMON ON THE MONT / MATTHEW 5-7
10. THE KINGDOM AND HEALING / MATTHEW 4:23
11. FISHERS OF MEN / MATTHEW 4:19
12. IT IS WRITTEN / MATTHEW 4:6
13. FASTING FORTY DAYS / MATTHEW 4:2
14. JESUS … TEMPTED / MATTHEW 4:1-11
15. THE TRINITY IN EXAMPLE / MATTHEW 3:17
16. SPIRIT … ON HIM / MATTHEW 3:16
17. JESUS … BAPTIZED / MATTHEW 3:13
18. WILL BAPTIZE YOU WITH THE HOLY SPIRIT / MATTHEW 3:11
19. FRUIT IN KEEPING WITH REPENTANCE / MATTHEW 3:8
20. PHARISEES AND SADDUCEES / MATTHEW 3:7
21. KINGDOM OF HEAVEN – REPENT / MATTHEW 3:2
22. WARNED IN A DREAM / MATTHEW 2:22-23
23. ESCAPE TO EGYPT / MATTHEW 2:13
24. CHIEF PRIESTS AND TEACHERS OF THE LAW / MATTHEW 2:4
25. HEROD – MAGI / MATTHEW 2:1
26. NO UNION WITH HER UNTIL / MATTHEW 1:25
27. VIRGIN … GIVE BIRTH TO A SON / MATTHEW 1:23
28. JESUS / MATTHEW 1:21
29. MARY … JESUS / MATTHEW 1:16
30. CHRIST – SON OF DAVID / MATTHEW 1:1
31. GENEALOGY OF JESUS CHRIST / MATTHEW 1:1-16
32. I AM WITH YOU / MATTHEW 28:20
33. KILL ALL THE BOYS / MATTHEW 2:16
34. FORGIVENESS OF SINS / MATTHEW 26:28
35. SATAN / MATTHEW 4:10
36. DEVIL AND HIS ANGELS / MATTHEW 25:41
37. MONEY / MATTHEW 6:24
38. GO … MAKE DISCIPLES … BAPTIZING / MATTHEW 28:19
39. SALT OF THE EARTH / MATTHEW 5:13
40. YOU ARE WORTH MORE / MATTHEW 10:31
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(KJV) Matthew 5:10

Blessed are they which are persecuted for righteousness’ sake: for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.

Living a life fully devoted to Christ is a radical act. In Matthew 5:10, Jesus delivers a countercultural truth: “Blessed are those who are persecuted because of righteousness, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.”

Following Christ and living according to the principles of God’s Word means we will inevitably face opposition and rejection. When we uphold God’s standards of truth, justice, and purity, and refuse to conform to the ungodly lifestyles of society, we will be unpopular. This criticism and hostility comes not only from the world, but at times from within the church itself.

Yet, Scripture teaches us that this is a time to rejoice. God reserves a special blessing for those who suffer for His sake, refining our faith and strengthening our eternal hope.

The danger for individual Christians and churches today is the temptation to avoid this friction by compromising. When we lose our distinctiveness, we become spiritually lukewarm—unconcerned, unresponsive, and lazy. This condition suppresses and destroys the activity and power of the Holy Spirit. Without His power, we lose our effectiveness and risk being rejected by God. Christians who are no longer seasoned with salt will end up being trampled by men, giving in to the values of an ungodly society and ultimately facing spiritual ruin. Standing for righteousness may cost us worldly comfort, but it secures our heavenly reward.

Heavenly Father,

We thank You for the truth of Your Word and the calling to live righteously in a broken world. Lord, grant us the courage to stand firm when opposition, criticism, and rejection come our way. Forgive us for the times we have chosen comfort over conviction or allowed ourselves to become lukewarm.

Fill us afresh with the power and presence of Your Holy Spirit. Keep us seasoned with the salt of Your truth, so that we may never compromise with the values of an ungodly society. When we face trials for Your sake, remind us of the eternal weight of glory that awaits us and help us to rejoice in Your faithfulness. We anchor our hearts in Your promise that the kingdom of heaven belongs to those who endure.

In Jesus’ mighty name, we pray, Amen.

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1. THE PEACEMAKERS / MATTHEW 5:9
2. THE PURE IN HEART / MATTHEW 5:8
3. THE MERCIFUL / MATTHEW 5:7
4. HUNGER AND THIRST FOR RIGHTEOUSNESS / MATTHEW 5:6
5. THE MEEK / MATTHEW 5:5
6. THOSE WHO MOURN / MATTHEW 5:4
7. BLESSED POOR IN SPIRIT / MATTHEW 5:3
8. SERMON ON THE MONT / MATTHEW 5-7
9. THE KINGDOM AND HEALING / MATTHEW 4:23
10. FISHERS OF MEN / MATTHEW 4:19
11. IT IS WRITTEN / MATTHEW 4:6
12. FASTING FORTY DAYS / MATTHEW 4:2
13. JESUS … TEMPTED / MATTHEW 4:1-11
14. THE TRINITY IN EXAMPLE / MATTHEW 3:17
15. SPIRIT … ON HIM / MATTHEW 3:16
16. JESUS … BAPTIZED / MATTHEW 3:13
17. WILL BAPTIZE YOU WITH THE HOLY SPIRIT / MATTHEW 3:11
18. FRUIT IN KEEPING WITH REPENTANCE / MATTHEW 3:8
19. PHARISEES AND SADDUCEES / MATTHEW 3:7
20. KINGDOM OF HEAVEN – REPENT / MATTHEW 3:2
21. WARNED IN A DREAM / MATTHEW 2:22-23
22. ESCAPE TO EGYPT / MATTHEW 2:13
23. CHIEF PRIESTS AND TEACHERS OF THE LAW / MATTHEW 2:4
24. HEROD – MAGI / MATTHEW 2:1
25. NO UNION WITH HER UNTIL / MATTHEW 1:25
26. VIRGIN … GIVE BIRTH TO A SON / MATTHEW 1:23
27. JESUS / MATTHEW 1:21
28. MARY … JESUS / MATTHEW 1:16
29. CHRIST – SON OF DAVID / MATTHEW 1:1
30. GENEALOGY OF JESUS CHRIST / MATTHEW 1:1-16
31. I AM WITH YOU / MATTHEW 28:20
32. KILL ALL THE BOYS / MATTHEW 2:16
33. FORGIVENESS OF SINS / MATTHEW 26:28
34. SATAN / MATTHEW 4:10
35. DEVIL AND HIS ANGELS / MATTHEW 25:41
36. MONEY / MATTHEW 6:24
37. GO … MAKE DISCIPLES … BAPTIZING / MATTHEW 28:19
38. SALT OF THE EARTH / MATTHEW 5:13
39. YOU ARE WORTH MORE / MATTHEW 10:31
40. GUIDED BY GRACE HOME

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(KJV) Matthew 5:9

Blessed are the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God.

In a world fractured by division, Jesus offers a radical blueprint for harmony in Matthew 5:9: “Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God.”

True peacemaking is not merely the absence of conflict or the suppression of hard truths. Scriptural peace begins with vertical reconciliation. Through Christ’s sacrifice on the cross, our broken relationship with the Creator is completely restored. We receive a profound, unshakeable peace that guards our hearts.

Once we are reconciled to God, we are called to horizontal reconciliation. The peace we receive cannot be hoarded; it must be actively shared. Peacemakers extend grace to difficult neighbors, seek forgiveness, and love their enemies. Most importantly, they point others toward the ultimate source of peace—Jesus Christ. When we actively build bridges instead of walls, we reflect the very character of our Heavenly Father, proving ourselves to be His true children.

Heavenly Father,

Thank You for reconciling us to Yourself through the death and resurrection of Your Son, Jesus. We praise You for the gift of peace that surpasses all human understanding.

Lord, convict our hearts where we have harbored bitterness or stoked division. Fill us with Your Holy Spirit so that we may become active instruments of Your peace in our families, workplaces, and communities. Give us the courage to love our enemies, the humility to seek forgiveness, and the boldness to share the gospel of peace with a broken world. May our lives clearly reflect Your love, so that others may see our deeds and know that we are truly Your children.

In Jesus’ mighty name we pray, Amen.

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1. THE PURE IN HEART / MATTHEW 5:8
2. THE MERCIFUL / MATTHEW 5:7
3. HUNGER AND THIRST FOR RIGHTEOUSNESS / MATTHEW 5:6
4. THE MEEK / MATTHEW 5:5
5. THOSE WHO MOURN / MATTHEW 5:4
6. BLESSED POOR IN SPIRIT / MATTHEW 5:3
7. SERMON ON THE MONT / MATTHEW 5-7
8. THE KINGDOM AND HEALING / MATTHEW 4:23
9. FISHERS OF MEN / MATTHEW 4:19
10. IT IS WRITTEN / MATTHEW 4:6
11. FASTING FORTY DAYS / MATTHEW 4:2
12. JESUS … TEMPTED / MATTHEW 4:1-11
13. THE TRINITY IN EXAMPLE / MATTHEW 3:17
14. SPIRIT … ON HIM / MATTHEW 3:16
15. JESUS … BAPTIZED / MATTHEW 3:13
16. WILL BAPTIZE YOU WITH THE HOLY SPIRIT / MATTHEW 3:11
17. FRUIT IN KEEPING WITH REPENTANCE / MATTHEW 3:8
18. PHARISEES AND SADDUCEES / MATTHEW 3:7
19. KINGDOM OF HEAVEN – REPENT / MATTHEW 3:2
20. WARNED IN A DREAM / MATTHEW 2:22-23
21. ESCAPE TO EGYPT / MATTHEW 2:13
22. CHIEF PRIESTS AND TEACHERS OF THE LAW / MATTHEW 2:4
23. HEROD – MAGI / MATTHEW 2:1
24. NO UNION WITH HER UNTIL / MATTHEW 1:25
25. VIRGIN … GIVE BIRTH TO A SON / MATTHEW 1:23
26. JESUS / MATTHEW 1:21
27. MARY … JESUS / MATTHEW 1:16
28. CHRIST – SON OF DAVID / MATTHEW 1:1
29. GENEALOGY OF JESUS CHRIST / MATTHEW 1:1-16
30. I AM WITH YOU / MATTHEW 28:20
31. KILL ALL THE BOYS / MATTHEW 2:16
32. FORGIVENESS OF SINS / MATTHEW 26:28
33. SATAN / MATTHEW 4:10
34. DEVIL AND HIS ANGELS / MATTHEW 25:41
35. MONEY / MATTHEW 6:24
36. GO … MAKE DISCIPLES … BAPTIZING / MATTHEW 28:19
37. SALT OF THE EARTH / MATTHEW 5:13
38. YOU ARE WORTH MORE / MATTHEW 10:31
39. GUIDED BY GRACE HOME

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(KJV) Matthew 5:8

Blessed are the pure in heart: for they shall see God.

In the Beatitudes, Jesus shares a profound promise: “Blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God” (Matthew 5:8). This goes far beyond outward behavior. It reaches into the very core of who we are.

The “pure in heart” are those who have devoted themselves entirely to God. They have been freed from the power of sin by God’s grace—His undeserved favor, love, and daily enablement. This grace transforms us, allowing us to please God and bring honor to Him through our actions, choices, and lifestyles.

To have a pure heart means aligning your inner life with God’s standard of holiness. In scripture, the “heart” encompasses your mind, will, and emotions. When your heart is in tune with God’s heart, a supernatural shift happens:

• Aligned Attitudes: You develop a deep love for what is true and right, and a hatred for evil (Hebrews 1:9).
• Purified Thoughts: Your secret thoughts, motivations, and desires begin to reflect His moral purity and spiritual integrity.
• Total Dedication: You choose daily separation from evil and a total dedication to serving Him.

God requires holiness in His followers because He Himself is holy. But this requirement comes with an incredible reward: the pure in heart “will see God.”

To see God means to be recognized as His child. It means experiencing a close, deeply personal relationship with Him right now in our daily lives. Ultimately, it means looking upon His face and reigning with Him forever in His future eternal kingdom (Revelation 22:4).

When we let His grace purify us from the inside out, our spiritual eyes are opened to see His hand at work all around us.

Heavenly Father,

Thank You for the radical gift of Your grace and the love that frees us from the power of sin. We confess that we cannot make our own hearts pure, so we ask for Your Holy Spirit to do a transforming work within us today.

Purify our minds, our wills, and our emotions. Align our desires with Your standard of holiness, and give us a genuine love for what is right and a hatred for what is evil. Let our thoughts and motivations bring honor to Your name.

Thank You for the beautiful promise that the pure in heart will see You. Draw us into a closer, more intimate relationship with You today as we look forward to the day we see You face to face in Your eternal kingdom.

In Jesus’ name, Amen.

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1. THE MERCIFUL / MATTHEW 5:7
2. HUNGER AND THIRST FOR RIGHTEOUSNESS / MATTHEW 5:6
3. THE MEEK / MATTHEW 5:5
4. THOSE WHO MOURN / MATTHEW 5:4
5. BLESSED POOR IN SPIRIT / MATTHEW 5:3
6. SERMON ON THE MONT / MATTHEW 5-7
7. THE KINGDOM AND HEALING / MATTHEW 4:23
8. FISHERS OF MEN / MATTHEW 4:19
9. IT IS WRITTEN / MATTHEW 4:6
10. FASTING FORTY DAYS / MATTHEW 4:2
11. JESUS … TEMPTED / MATTHEW 4:1-11
12. THE TRINITY IN EXAMPLE / MATTHEW 3:17
13. SPIRIT … ON HIM / MATTHEW 3:16
14. JESUS … BAPTIZED / MATTHEW 3:13
15. WILL BAPTIZE YOU WITH THE HOLY SPIRIT / MATTHEW 3:11
16. FRUIT IN KEEPING WITH REPENTANCE / MATTHEW 3:8
17. PHARISEES AND SADDUCEES / MATTHEW 3:7
18. KINGDOM OF HEAVEN – REPENT / MATTHEW 3:2
19. WARNED IN A DREAM / MATTHEW 2:22-23
20. ESCAPE TO EGYPT / MATTHEW 2:13
21. CHIEF PRIESTS AND TEACHERS OF THE LAW / MATTHEW 2:4
22. HEROD – MAGI / MATTHEW 2:1
23. NO UNION WITH HER UNTIL / MATTHEW 1:25
24. VIRGIN … GIVE BIRTH TO A SON / MATTHEW 1:23
25. JESUS / MATTHEW 1:21
26. MARY … JESUS / MATTHEW 1:16
27. CHRIST – SON OF DAVID / MATTHEW 1:1
28. GENEALOGY OF JESUS CHRIST / MATTHEW 1:1-16
29. I AM WITH YOU / MATTHEW 28:20
30. KILL ALL THE BOYS / MATTHEW 2:16
31. FORGIVENESS OF SINS / MATTHEW 26:28
32. SATAN / MATTHEW 4:10
33. DEVIL AND HIS ANGELS / MATTHEW 25:41
34. MONEY / MATTHEW 6:24
35. GO … MAKE DISCIPLES … BAPTIZING / MATTHEW 28:19
36. SALT OF THE EARTH / MATTHEW 5:13
37. YOU ARE WORTH MORE / MATTHEW 10:31
38. GUIDED BY GRACE HOME

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