The Sat On, Spat Upon, Ratted On

The Sat On, Spat Upon, Ratted On

Matthew 5:3-12 NIV

Bulletin Outline

2 Important Interpretive Keys:

• These statements are in the context of the arrival of the of God.

• They are made to an audience filled with and unimportant people.

3 “Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. 4 Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted. 5 Blessed are the meek, for they will inherit the earth. 6 Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be filled. 7 Blessed are the merciful, for they will be shown mercy. 8 Blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God. 9 Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God. 10 Blessed are those who are persecuted because of righteousness, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. 11 “Blessed are you when people insult you, persecute you and falsely say all kinds of evil against you because of me. 12 Rejoice and be glad, because great is your reward in heaven, for in the same way they persecuted the prophets who were before you. – Matthew 5:3-12

A “Revolution of Evaluation”…..

• The Life

“Jesus, show me what it looks like to follow you…”