Blessed Are The Poor In Spirit
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Blessed Are They That Mourn
Blessed Are The Poor In Spirit
The BeatitudesSteve Gregg
In this lecture, Steve Gregg explores the meaning behind the first of the eight Beatitudes - "Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven." Drawing from Old and New Testament scripture, he delves into the concept of a contrite and repentant spirit, emphasizing the importance of humility and the dangers of excessive self-esteem. He ultimately concludes that it is only by humbling oneself and receiving grace that one can truly find happiness and fulfillment in this life and in the afterlife.
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Blessed Are They That Mourn
The Beatitudes
In this talk, Steve Gregg explores the meaning and significance of the phrase "Blessed are they that mourn," which appears in the Beatitudes in the Se
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Blessed Are The Meek
The Beatitudes
In this talk by Steve Gregg, he discusses the third beatitude from Matthew 5:5, which states "Blessed are the meek, for they shall inherit the earth."
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Introduction
The Beatitudes
In this introduction by Steve Gregg, he announces the beginning of a new series on the Beatitudes. He discusses the meaning of the English word "bless
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In this series from biblical scholar Steve Gregg, the book of 3 John is examined to illuminate the early developments of church government and leaders
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