Pure Within, Peace Without | Matthew 5:8-9 | Nick Johnson

In this message on Matthew 5:8–9, we explore the final movement of the Beatitudes: the pure in heart and the peacemakers, along with the two staggering promises Jesus attaches to them—seeing God and being called sons of God. What does it mean to have a "pure" heart, and how can sinful people possess one? We trace how God gives us a new heart, why we still battle sin even after receiving it, and what genuine peacemaking looks like when it refuses to settle for surface-level quiet. The message closes with a searching question for every listener: not whether you have a father, but which one you resemble right now. Come and see how the face you will one day behold and the name you will one day bear are already being shaped by the Master you serve today. Be sure to subscribe to the Landmark Church YouTube Channel and wherever you access podcasts to stay updated on all upcoming sermons. You can also watch our services live on Youtube & Facebook, and connect with us on Instagram, X, and TikTok. For gathering times & location information, visit http://thelandmark.church/