APRIL 2, Matthew 5:1-2

The Beatitudes – or blessings – are the foundations for God’s spiritual kingdom in our hearts. It is a description of Christian character. It is not a new set of laws nor is it a code of ethics or morals. God promises that we will be blessed if we follow his teachings. These blessings may not turn out the way we prefer them to. It will not be easy. We all, Christian adults, JW teachers and church leaders, are still figuring out how to do these things in a way that pleases God. So, don’t be discouraged! God calls us to be diferent than the rest of the world.

God wants to help and be a part of all the decisions you make and all that you do. Keep in mind that the beatitudes are impossible to carry out without God’s help.

“For with God __________
shall be __________.” (Luke 1:37)

Remember how Joshua had called out to God for help in his battle in Gibeon and God heard him and made the sun stand still and stopped the moon so that Joshua could defeat the enemies before it was dark (read:
Joshua 10:8-14). Nothing is too difficult or impossible for our God!

Thought: God can do anything, but fail!
Prayer: Most gracious and merciful Heavenly Father, I know that nothing is impossible with You. I need help and I can’t do it alone. Please help me to remember that I am not alone and to ask for Your help in everything that I do. This I pray in Jesus’ most precious and holy name, Amen.