Matthew 5:1-11

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Introduction to the Sermon on the Mount

1 Now when Jesus saw the crowds, he went up on a mountainside and sat down. His disciples came to him,

and he began to teach them.

The Beatitudes

2 He said:

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.

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Living Like a King's Kid - Part 1 - Part 1

Dr. Jeff Schreve

Do you want to live in the true happiness of the King? Happy people are those who are poor in spirit, those who mourn, and those who are meek, as Jesus explains in Matthew 5. This revealing and comprehensive 3-part message is one of 8-MESSAGES in Pastor Jeff’s sermon series DO YOU WANT TO BE BLESSED?

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Living Like a King's Kid, Part 3B

Dr. Jeff Schreve

Are you really happy in life? Do you really know what will make you happy? In this 3rd installment of Pastor Jeff’s message, “Living Like a King’s Kid-Part 3,” you’ll discover what bring true happiness in a study of the Beatitudes Jesus taught in Matthew 5. In this message, you will learn how to find true happiness that will never fade away. This is one of 8-MESSAGES in Pastor Jeff Schreve’s series "Do You Want to be Blessed?"

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Living Like a King's Kid, Part 3A

Dr. Jeff Schreve

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Living Like a King's Kid , Part 2B

Dr. Jeff Schreve

Those who are truly blessed are happy, regardless of their outward circumstances. Can you say that about your life? Happiness comes when you hunger and thirst for righteousness, are merciful, and are pure in heart. Find out how to make that happen in your life with the message, “Living Like a King’s Kid – Part 2.” This lesson is one of 8-MESSAGES in "Do You Want to be Blessed?" by Pastor Jeff Schreve.

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Living Like a King's Kid, Part 2A

Dr. Jeff Schreve

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