Series The Beatitudes

There have been some great speeches throughout history,  the Gettysburg Address, Martin Luther King Jr.’s “I Have a Dream” speech. But none can quite compare to Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount. Today on Discover the Word, we explore why the Beatitudes at the beginning of that Sermon are profoundly important for every time and every context. Join us today for Discover the Word!

We often say that we’re “blessed.” Or tell others, “God bless you.” But what exactly does “blessed” mean? Today on Discover the Word, we will discuss the Beatitudes, in which Jesus gives eight surprising statements of what the blessed life looks like. Pull up a chair to the table, today for Discover the Word!

The word “poor” usually refers to someone without money or other material means. But what does it mean to be “poor in spirit”?  Today on Discover the Word, the team will prompt us to consider our “spiritual bankruptcy,” and respond by looking to the One who can fill our emptiness. Tune in today for Discover the Word!

Whether it’s a death, a broken relationship, or the loss of some material thing, a loss is one of the most devastating situations a person can face. Yet in our sorrow, God brings comfort. Today on Discover the Word, we discuss how we can experience God’s comfort no matter our circumstance. Join us today on Discover the Word!

We live in a generation where power is a virtue and gentleness is looked on as weak. But Jesus turned that mindset upside down! Today on Discover the Word, we consider why God’s kingdom belongs not to the strong and aggressive, but to the humble and meek. Another thought-provoking discussion on the Beatitudes, today on Discover the Word!

In some parts of the world, food is in abundance, and clean water is just a faucet away. But in other parts of the world, people face a very different reality. Today on Discover the Word, we consider what it means to be truly hungry and thirsty, both physically and spiritually. Join us for a study on “The Beatitudes,” today on Discover the Word!

The words “mercy,” “grace,” “forgiveness,” and “compassion” all have similar, yet distinct meanings.  So how exactly does the Bible define “mercy”? Today on Discover the Word, we will discuss what it means to be merciful and to receive mercy. Another fascinating conversation on “The Beatitudes,” coming up today on Discover the Word!

A loving action becomes tainted if the motivation behind it isn’t pure. That’s why purity matters. Today on Discover the Word, we consider what Jesus meant when He said, “Blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God.”  Pull up a chair to the table for another conversation about “The Beatitudes,” today on Discover the Word!

Conflicts regularly arise on a global scale between world powers and on a personal level between neighbors, families, and coworkers. Is there any hope for peace amidst all the strife? Today on Discover the Word, the team considers why Jesus calls us to be “peacemakers.” Take your seat at the table, today on Discover the Word!

Every day, countless individuals around the world face persecution in the name of Jesus, some even to the point of death. So why would Jesus call the persecuted “blessed”? Today on Discover the Word, we consider the cost of following Jesus. Don’t miss the final conversation on “The Beatitudes” today on Discover the Word!