Beatitudes: Poor in Spirit & Mourning
Jesus calls Peter, Andrew, James, and John—already knowing He is the Messiah—to follow Him as fishers of men, then proclaims the Kingdom of the Heavens throughout Galilee with healing. The Sermon on the Mount addresses Israel, not the Church. The Beatitudes of the poor in spirit and those who mourn apply to Jews in the wilderness during the latter half of the Tribulation after the abomination of desolation: lacking rational understanding of the man of lawlessness’s actions and mourning family division and covenant rupture, they inherit the Kingdom and receive comfort. Christians are not to be poor in spirit and are comforted in tribulations with joy.
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And let us consider one another in stirring up love and proper works, not forsaking the gathering of ourselves, just as is the habit of some, but encouraging, and so much more as we see the day approaching (Hebrews chapter 10:24–25).
In a world that often pulls us toward isolation, coming together face-to-face provides encouragement, clarity, and spiritual strength. At Word of Grace Studies, we gather because we value the opportunity to build up one another in truth, to stir up love and proper works, and to grow together in the faith. Whether you can come and fellowship with us or at a local assembly in your area, do not forsake the assembling of the saints, your presence matters—for your benefit and for the encouragement of others.
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