They are blessed who hunger and thirst after justice, for they will be satisfied. They are blessed who show mercy to others, for God will show mercy to them. They are blessed whose thoughts are pure, for they will see God. They are blessed who work for peace, for they will be called God’s children. They are blessed who are persecuted for doing good, for the kingdom of heaven belongs to them. “People will insult you and hurt you. They will lie and say all kinds of evil things about you because you follow me. But when they do, you will be blessed. Rejoice and be glad, because you have a great reward waiting for you in heaven. People did the same evil things to the prophets who lived before you. “You are the salt of the earth. But if the salt loses its salty taste, it cannot be made salty again. It is good for nothing, except to be thrown out and walked on. “You are the light that gives light to the world. A city that is built on a hill cannot be hidden.And people don’t hide a light under a bowl. They put it on a lampstand so the light shines for all the people in the house.
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I would like to share a thought with you that is fundamental to our lives. It’s from Psalm 1: “Blessed is the man who walks not in the counsel of the ungodly, nor stands in the path of sinners, nor sits in the seat of the scornful.” This verse teaches us about the Christian life, about what it shouldn’t be. But what should it be?
The writer C.S. Lewis once wrote that "all find what they truly seek.” These guided audio meditations will help you discover what you most long for and how to find it. Your first meditation is about revealing the guiding light you will need. Your second meditation will uncover what you need for nourishment to satisfy your spiritual hunger. And finally a reflection on turning from yourself towards Christ.
Jehovah Tsidkenu—The Lord Is Our Righteousness. This plan takes a look at the meaning of righteousness, God’s provision for righteousness, and the way in which we can pursue righteousness so that in the midst of our own sinfulness and brokenness, we, too, can come to know God as Jehovah Tsidkenu.
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Vance K. Jackson leads readers in this powerful devotional. Who guides your heart? Who feeds your soul? Let the Word of God rule and regulate every part of your life. When you are in Christ — He becomes the Shepherd of your soul. When you entrust your life to God, He will guide your path. Let God cultivate the ground of your heart as you read this timely devotional.
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