Matthew 5:3-11

Illustration of Matthew 5:10-12 NLT -- [Jesus continued:] "God blesses those who are persecuted for doing right, for the Kingdom of Heaven is theirs. "God blesses you when people mock you and persecute you and lie about you and say all sorts of evil things against you because you are my followers. Be happy about it! Be very glad! For a great reward awaits you in heaven. And remember, the ancient prophets were persecuted in the same way."

Illustration of Matthew 5:5 -- Blessed are the meek, for they will inherit the earth.

Illustration of Matthew 5:7 -- Blessed are the merciful, for they will be shown mercy.

Illustration of Matthew 5:9 -- Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called sons of God.

Illustration of Matthew 5:3 -- Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.

Illustration of Matthew 5:8 -- Blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God.

Illustration of Matthew 5:10 -- Blessed are those who are persecuted because of righteousness, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.

Illustration of Matthew 5:6 -- Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be filled.

Illustration of Matthew 5:4 -- Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted.

Illustration of Matthew 5:11 -- Blessed are you when people insult you, persecute you and falsely say all kinds of evil against you because of me.

Inspirational illustration of Matthew 5:11-12 -- Blessed are you when people insult you, persecute you and falsely say all kinds of evil against you because of me. Rejoice and be glad, because great is your reward in heaven, for in the same way they perse