Blessed Are The Meek

Week 1 “Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.” (v. 3) Week 2 “Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted.” (v. 4) Today “Blessed are the meek, for they shall inherit the earth.” (v. 5) “Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me, for I am gentle and lowly in heart, and you will find rest for your souls.” — Matthew 11:28–29 Meekness is not weakness. Meekness is strength under control. Meekness is power and control under the reigns of the Master. “(Jesus), who, though he was in the form of God, did not count equality with God a thing to be grasped, but emptied himself, by taking the form of a servant, being born in the likeness of men. And being found in human form, he humbled himself by becoming obedient to the point of death, even death on a cross. Therefore, God has highly exalted him and bestowed on him the name that is above every name, so that at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, in heaven and on earth and under the earth, and every tongue confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father.” — Philippians 2:6-11 1. Meekness is about God. 2. Meekness is for others. “…but in your hearts honor Christ the Lord as holy, always being prepared to make a defense to anyone who asks you for a reason for the hope that is in you; yet do it with gentleness and respect…” — 1 Peter 3:15 “Therefore put away all filthiness and rampant wickedness and receive with meekness the implanted word, which is able to save your souls.” — James 1:21 How can we walk in meekness? 1. It begins with repentance. 2. It requires a receptive spirit. 3. It leads to a responsive life. Ministry requires thick skin and a soft heart. “You’re blessed when you’re content with just who you are—no more, no less. That’s the moment you find yourselves proud owners of everything that can’t be bought.” — Matthew 5:5 (The Message)