Matthew 5:1-12 — The Beatitudes (Ep.16), A. Fourth Sunday After the Epiphany

Matthew 5:1-12, known as the “Beatitudes” is the Bible reading for this week’s podcast. You can contact me (David Gray) or give me helpful feedback on this podcast at [email protected]   The is the first part of Jesus’ famous message called the “Sermon on the Mount”. What Jesus teaches is often the opposite of what we think is right. For example, Jesus teaches “blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted”. We would say that mourning (being sad for the death of someone we love) is not a blessing. But Jesus says that it is a blessing because God will comfort us. It is a blessing to need God and to be comforted by God. It is dangerous to be a Christian in some countries. Is it difficult, hard or dangerous for you to be a Christian where you live? If so, may these words give you comfort as you deal with your situation. God be with you and give you strength. David Gray You can contact me (David Gray) or give me helpful feedback on this podcast at [email protected]