March 16, 2025

Blessed are the Peacemakers

Preacher:
Passage: Matthew 5:3-9, Colossians 1:19-22, Luke 15:11-32, 2 Corinthians 5:18-19

In this sermon, we delve into what it truly means to be blessed by God. The message challenges our conventional understanding of blessings, reminding us that God's favor isn't solely about health, wealth, or beauty. Instead, we're blessed when we see God's radical work in our lives, transforming us into citizens of His kingdom. The Beatitudes paint a picture of this transformation - from recognizing our spiritual poverty to hungering for righteousness, from showing mercy to becoming peacemakers. This journey isn't about our own efforts, but about allowing Christ to work in us, reshaping our hearts and minds. As we embrace these kingdom values, we're called to rejoice, for these are signs of God's active presence in our lives. This message invites us to reexamine our definition of blessedness and to seek the profound, life-changing work of God in our daily walk.