For the sake of Christ, then, I am content with weaknesses, insults, hardships, persecutions, and calamities. For when I am weak, then I am strong. (ESV) For the sake of Christ, then, I am content...

Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me. (ESV) Even though I walk through the darkest valley, I will fear no...

“Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness’ sake, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.” ESV “Blessed are those who are persecuted because of righteousness, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.” NIV Growing...

 “Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called sons of God.” ESV “Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God.” NIV My second-born son came into the world a little...

“Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see God.” ESV “Blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God.” NIV Nobody strived for purity more than the Pharisees. Convinced they were...

“Blessed are the merciful, for they shall receive mercy.” ESV “Blessed are the merciful, for they will be shown mercy.” NIV Mercy is able to redeem the rebellious, but it’s what offends the self-righteous. Stay...

“Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they shall be satisfied.” (ESV) “Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be filled.” (NIV) Unsurprisingly, I’ve never met someone...

“Blessed are the meek, for they shall inherit the earth.” (ESV) “Blessed are the meek, for they will inherit the earth.” (NIV)   Defining meekness is not an easy feat, and to truly understand it,...

“Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted.” (ESV) “Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted.” (NIV)   Jesus is introducing this marvelous kingdom, one that is upside-down from what...