An Introduction to Matthew 5:1–12 How do you think of the blessings and rewards (“beatitudes”) in Matthew 5:1–12? Characteristics of those worthy of God’s kingdom?

In the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus said: “Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they shall be satisfied.” Matthew 5:6, ESV

What does it mean to be blessed? Blessings are benefits received from God. God showers blessings on everyone: “For He makes His sun rise on

Text: Matthew 5:8 Structure: There is some discussion about the relationship of these statements of Jesus to each other and what to make of the

Matthew 5:9 The result of Jesus’ sermon on the Mount was that the multitudes (thousands) were amazed at His words for He was teaching them

Chronicles and thus the Hebrew Bible conclude with this positive authorization and admonition from Cyrus the Great in ca. 538 BC as Judah’s Babylonian captivity

The Hebrew name of David means: beloved. This name certainly fits David who undoubtedly enjoyed a wonderful relationship with God. As the Apostle Paul recounted

A Study of 2 Chronicles 5:1-6:11 Introduction The ark of the covenant was built after the Israelites escaped Egyptian bondage. Specific instructions regarding its design

2 Chronicles 6 When king David expressed his desire to built a temple for the worship of God in Jerusalem, the prophet Nathan told him

2 Chronicles 10 “I wish there was a way to know you were in the good old days before you’ve actually left them” – Andy

2 Chronicles 25 In 2 Chronicles 25:5–13, King Amaziah of Judah found himself facing a dilemma. With a war against Edom looming on the horizon,

God’s Power in Jesus Christ and His Gospel The list of problems within the church in Corinth is among the longest of any New Testament