IT DEPENDS ON WHO YOU DEPEND ON
The 8 Keys To A Blessed Life (Beatitudes) – Part 1a
Steve Gallimore
April 28, 2019
MATTHEW 5:3
“BLESSED are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.” (NIV)
“God blesses those who realize their need for him …” (NLT)
“… who recognize they are spiritually helpless …” (GW)
“… who depend only on HIM …” (CEV)
“… who know they have great spiritual needs …” (NCV)
“The Lord God blesses everyone who trusts him and depends
on him.” Psalm 146:5 (CEV)
TO BE “POOR IN SPIRIT” MEANS
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HOW DO I DO THIS?
1 . I depend on God’s
“There is a way that seems right to a man, but in the end it leads to death.” Proverbs 14:12 (NIV)
“Trust in the Lord with all your heart; do not depend on your own understanding. Seek his will in ALL you do, and he will direct your paths. Don’t be impressed with your own wisdom. Instead, respect the Lord and turn your back on evil.” Proverbs 3:5-7 (NLT)
“If any of you lack wisdom, you should pray and ask God, who gives it generously and graciously to all.” James 1:5
2 . I depend on God’s
“You bless all who depend on you for their strength.” Psalm 84:5a (CEV)
“Those who trust in the Lord for help will find their strength renewed. They will rise on wings like eagles; they will run and not get weary; they will walk and not grow weak.” Isaiah 40:31 (TEV)
“I walk in the strength of the Lord.” Psalm 71:16a (LB)
“My health may fail, and my spirit may grow weak, but God remains the strength of my heart. He is mine forever!” Psalm 73:26 (NLT)