When You Are Persecuted
by Krystal James on August 26th, 2024
"God blesses those who are persecuted for doing right, for the Kingdom of Heaven is theirs. God blesses you when people mock you and persecute you and lie about you and say all sorts of evil things against you because you are my followers. Be happy about it! Be very glad, for a great reward awaits you in heaven. And remember, the ancient prophets were persecuted in the same way. " Matthew 5:10-12 ...  Read More
To Be a Peacemaker
by Pastor Dwight James Jr. on August 20th, 2024
 “Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called sons of God." Matthew 5:9 NKJV To be a peacemaker is not merely to avoid conflict but to actively work towards reconciliation and harmony. It’s about mending broken relationships, addressing conflicts with compassion, and striving to live in unity with others.Being a peacemaker reflects God's nature and character. Becoming a PeaceMaker involv...  Read More
Pure in Heart
by Pastor Dwight James Jr. on August 12th, 2024
 “Blessed are the pure in heart, For they shall see God.” Matthew 5:8 NKJV n Matthew 5:8, Jesus highlights the profound blessing that comes with purity of heart. To be “pure in heart” implies a deep, sincere devotion and alignment of our inner selves with God's will. It is about cultivating a heart that is honest, open, and transparent before God.Purity of heart affects how we see and interact wit...  Read More
Showing Mercy
by Pastor Dwight James Jr. on August 5th, 2024
"Blessed are the merciful, For they shall obtain mercy." Matthew 5:7 NKJV In the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus teaches about the heart of those who belong to His Kingdom. Matthew 5:7 stands out among the beatitudes as a profound reminder of the importance of mercy in our lives. The word "merciful" implies more than just feeling sorry for someone; it involves actively reducing, relieving, or removing...  Read More
Hunger and Thirst
by Pastor Dwight James Jr. on July 31st, 2024
 "Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they shall be filled."Matthew 5:6 NKJV In Matthew 5:6, Jesus speaks to the deep desire of the human heart. Jesus highlights the intense spiritual yearning for righteousness—a passionate desire to live according to God's will.Hunger and thirst are basic physical needs, but Jesus uses these to illustrate a profound spiritual desire. Ju...  Read More
Strength Under Control
by Pastor Dwight James Jr. on July 22nd, 2024
"Blessed are the meek, for they shall inherit the earth." Let's explore this verse and its practical application in our daily lives: " Matthew 5:5 NKJV In Matthew 5:5, Jesus teaches us about the blessing of meekness. This beatitude challenges our cultural norms that often exalt assertiveness and domination. Jesus presents a different perspective, a divine perspective, where humility and gentleness...  Read More
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