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The BeatitudesSteve Gregg
In this discussion, Steve Gregg delves into the seventh Beatitudes which speaks on peacemaking. He connects the concept of peace to various verses in the Old and New Testaments, emphasizing that God is a peacemaker and that Christ reconciled Jews and Gentiles. Gregg emphasizes that peacemaking involves active pursuit and humility, with a focus on pouring oil on troubled waters and doing good to overcome evil. The overarching message is that peacemaking is an important aspect of living as a child of God.
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