Why does Jesus bless those who are persecuted for righteousness' sake? Here is a brief reflection on this last beatitude, in a devotion that I wrote for my congregation on the eight beatitudes of Jesus found in Matthew 5:1-12.
Here is a sermon on Isaiah's invitation in Isaiah 55 and on the Feeding of the Five Thousand told in Matthew 14.
What does it mean for the Prince of Peace to bless peacemakers and to call them children of God? Here is a brief reflection on the beatitude where he makes this promise, in a devotion that I wrote for my congregation on the eight beatitudes of Jesus found in Matthew 5:1-12.
Here is my sermon on five more parables told by Jesus, all describing the kingdom of heaven.
How can we find rest for our weary souls? By coming to Jesus, taking up his yoke, and learning from him. Here is my sermon on Matthew 11:28-30.
What does Jesus mean when he tells us that the pure in heart will see God? Here is a brief reflection on the beatitude where he makes this promise, in a devotion that I wrote for my congregation on the eight beatitudes of Jesus found in Matthew 5:1-12.
Blessed are the merciful, Jesus said, for they will receive mercy. Here is a brief reflection on this beatitude, in a devotion that I wrote for my congregation on the eight beatitudes of Jesus found in Matthew 5:1-12.
What does it mean to hunger and thirst for righteousness? Here is a brief reflection on that question, in a devotion that I wrote for my congregation on the beatitudes of Jesus found in Matthew 5:1-12.
The first disciples sent out as Jesus' apostles are named in this gospel reading, but they comprise an unexpected group. What does that mean for us? Here is my sermon reflecting on that question.
What does Jesus mean when he blesses the meek? Here is a brief reflection on that question, in a devotion that I wrote for my congregation on the beatitudes of Jesus found in Matthew 5:1-12.
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