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Explain Each beatitudes

The beatitudes are "blessed sayings" that are taken from the opening verses of Jesus Christ's well-known
Sermon on the Mount, which is found in Matthew 5:3–12. Each beatitude contains the phrase
"fortunate are," which relates to a current state of happiness or wellbeing.This expression held a
powerful meaning of "divine joy and perfect happiness" to the people of Christ's day. Each beatitude
depicts the ideal heart condition of a citizen of God’s kingdom.

Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Matthew 5:3

- Some propose that Jesus is speaking of financial poverty, that He is advocating being poor so that
riches and possession don’t come between us and God. While it is true that Jesus elsewhere warned
against seeking riches (Matthew 6:24), that does not seem to be Jesus’ point in Matthew 5:3. Jesus is
speaking of being “poor in spirit”; i.e., being “spiritually poor.” In the beatitudes, Jesus is concerned with
spiritual realities, not material possessions. What, then, does it mean to be spiritually poor?

To be poor in spirit is to recognize your utter spiritual bankruptcy before God. It is understanding that
you have absolutely nothing of worth to offer God. Being poor in spirit is admitting that, because of your
sin, you are completely destitute spiritually and can do nothing to deliver yourself from your dire
situation. Jesus is saying that, no matter your status in life, you must recognize your spiritual poverty
before you can come to God in faith to receive the salvation He offers.

When Jesus says, “Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven,” He is declaring
that, before we can enter God’s kingdom, we must recognize the utter worthlessness of our own
spiritual currency and the inability of our own works to save us.

Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted. Matthew 5:4

In the Beatitudes, Jesus reminds His disciples that they cannot seek happiness the way the world does.
True joy is not found in selfish ambition, excuses, or self-justification. An enviable state of blessedness
comes to those who mourn over their own sin. "These are the ones I look on with favor: those who are
humble and contrite in spirit, and who tremble at my word" (Isaiah 66:2). When we agree with God
about how bad our sin is, repent of it, and seek His power to walk away from it, Jesus promises comfort
from the Holy Spirit. The kind of "mourning" that leads to repentance is truly blessed (2 Corinthians
7:10). Repentance results in forgiveness and cleansing from God (Psalm 30:5). When we have trusted in
Jesus as our personal substitute for sin, we no longer stand condemned (Romans 8:1). Rather than
wallow in guilt and shame, we realize that we stand justified before God (2 Corinthians 5:21; Galatians
3:24). Those who learn to mourn over their own sin find the heart of God. And intimate fellowship with
God is the very foundation of true happiness.

Blessed are those who mourn their sin, for God will forgive them and restore them to the life he
intended them to have.

Blessed are the meek, for they will inherit the earth. Matthew 5:5

However, through the perspective of Jesus in Matthew 5:5, being meek is a quality that God admires
and showers blessings upon the person who displays a quiet, thoughtful personality. The earth and all its
blessings will be inherited by those society sees as meek, because the earth and its people need those
who are humble in spirit and who care for the needs of others more than glorifying themselves. The
earth needs people who know God cares for their needs and leads them every moment of the day.

Similar to "the poor," "the meek" are those who submit to God's authority and make him Lord.
Revelation 21:7 says God's children will "inherit all things." The meek are also imitators of Jesus Christ
who exemplified gentleness and self-control.

Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they shall be satisfied. Matthew 5:6

"Hunger" and "thirst" speak of deep need and driving passion. This "righteousness" refers to Jesus
Christ. To "be filled" is the satisfaction of our soul's desire.

Jesus is saying blessed are those that are so desperate to do the will of God that it’s the only thing of
importance in their life. They will be filled, their thirst will be quenched, and their hunger satisfied.

Blessed are the merciful, for they shall receive mercy. Matthew 5:7

We reap what we sow. Those who demonstrate mercy will receive mercy. Likewise, those who have
received great mercy will show great mercy. Mercy is shown through forgiveness, kindness, and
compassion toward others.

Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see God. Matthew 5:8
The "pure in heart" are those who have been cleansed from within. This is not outward righteousness
that can be seen by men, but inward holiness that only God can see. The Bible says in Hebrews 12:14
that without holiness, no one will see God.

"Blessed are those who have been purified from the inside out, being made clean and holy, for they will
see God.

When we are presented with the concept of purity, often our minds are led straight to abstinence,
sobriety or having a clean, sinless life

Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called sons of God. Matthew 5:9

Matthew 5:9 specifically calls Christians to obedience in being a peacemaker with others inside and
outside the church. Blessed are those who have been reconciled to God through Jesus Christ and bring
this same message of reconciliation to others. All who have peace with God are his children.

Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness’ sake, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.
Blessed are you when others revile you and persecute you and utter all kinds of evil against you
falsely on my account. Matthew 5:10-11

Just as Jesus faced persecution, so will his followers. Those who endure by faith rather than hide their
faith to avoid persecution are genuine followers of Christ.

Paraphrase: "Blessed are those daring enough to openly live for Christ and suffer persecution, for they
will receive the kingdom of heaven."