Imagine Jesus telling his disciples they are blessed when they mourn.
How would you respond if you were in the crowd listening to the teaching?
Depending on how you understand the word "mourn," you may lean in to hear more or back off because you believe it is too painful. As used here, to "mourn" is to recognize our shortcomings before God. We mourn over our choices that result in sin rather than freedom.
When we learn to mourn God's way, it opens the door for the promises of Heaven to come flooding into our lives. And this includes comfort. Comfort is more than a hug from God; it is an infusion of strength.
Are you ready for an infusion of strength?
Scripture Referenced: Matthew 5
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