Matthew 5:6 – Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they shall be satisfied.

Matthew 5:7 – Blessed are the merciful, for they shall receive mercy.

Matthew 5:8 – Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see God.

  • Psalms 24:1-5
  • Matthew 23:27-28 – God has seen plenty of hypocritical people. He needs those who are pure in heart.
  • James 4:8
  • I need to get to the point where I am sincerely and completely devoted to God.

Matthew 5:9 – Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called sons of God.

  • Matthew 10:34
  • Romans 5:1
  • Ephesians 2:11-18 – All can have peace with God and each other.
  • I need to get to the point where I look for opportunities to say things and influence people to think about their relationship with God.

Matthew 5:10-12 – Blessed are those who have been persecuted for the sake of righteousness. …

  • Hebrews 11:35-38
  • I need to get to the point where I can face these sorts of threats and rejoice.