Monday
We want you to CONNECT with God through His Word, Prayer, & Worship.
Today, call out to Him in prayer. Ask Him to "open your eyes" as you read through the scripture.
As you observe the scripture, we encourage you to take notes.
Notice the emotions, reasons, and context. Make sure to note what God wants you to know or do after reading the scripture.
Seeing the crowds, he went up on the mountain, and when he sat down, his disciples came to him.
And he opened his mouth and taught them, saying:
“Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.
“Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted.
“Blessed are the meek, for they shall inherit the earth.
“Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they shall be satisfied.
“Blessed are the merciful, for they shall receive mercy.
“Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see God.
“Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called sons of God.
“Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness' sake, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.
“Blessed are you when others revile you and persecute you and utter all kinds of evil against you falsely on my account. Rejoice and be glad, for your reward is great in heaven, for so they persecuted the prophets who were before you.
- Matthew 5:1-12
When a king establishes his kingdom, he doesn't make suggestions—he declares laws. Jesus, sitting with divine authority, wasn't offering life tips but establishing the constitution for His kingdom citizens. This isn't about improving your current life; it's about entering an entirely new way of living under His reign. Many of us approach faith wanting to add Jesus to our existing plans, keeping our priorities intact while sprinkling in some spirituality. But kingdom citizenship requires a complete reorientation. Jesus doesn't ask to be squeezed into your schedule—He calls you to surrender everything and start fresh under His lordship. The Beatitudes aren't a self-help manual for better living. They're the foundational principles that define what it means to be a citizen of God's kingdom. Each one builds upon the previous, creating a beautiful progression of transformation that begins with complete surrender. Today, consider whether you've truly embraced Jesus as King or simply added Him as an advisor to your life. Kingdom living starts with recognizing His absolute authority over every area of your existence.
Explore & examine the areas of your life that God needs to come under the truth. Take a moment to commit & surrender these areas in prayer.
After, tell and share with others what God is teaching you! Try this:
*Share your encouraging takeaways with others on your social media, or share your story with us. We want to celebrate with you!
Memory Verse
Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever.
- Hebrews 13:8
Bible Reading Plan
Bible in 3 Years
Most believers have a goal to read the entire Bible, but the goal can seem daunting at first. In this plan, you can read the entire Bible over a 3-year period as you commit to just one or two chapters a day. This plan is located within the YouVersion Bible App, and you can begin at any time.
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