Blessed Are The Persecuted

Victor Baptist Church

Blessed Are The Persecuted

July 16, 2023 • Michael Graham • Matthew 5:1–12

Persecution is something that Christians in America have rarely experienced. It's not something we are accustomed to. But Jesus says that his people will live in a way that beckons persecution from a culture that stands against the things that God loves. What do we do when we are persecuted for our faith, whether in big ways or even small ones?

Blessed Are The Peacemakers

July 9, 2023 • Michael Graham • Matthew 5:9

Blessed are those who "make peace." This is what Jesus says. But what does this mean? What does it look like? And how does it show the heart of Christ in our life and relationships? Listen in to find out.

The Poor in Spirit

May 21, 2023 • Michael Graham • Matthew 5:1–3

The world looks for people who are strong, gifted, powerful, and wealthy – seeing them as the ones who are "blessed." Jesus turns the world upsidown when he destroys this way of thinking and says that in His eternal Kingdom, it is those who are "Poor in Spirit" who are blessed. What does it mean to be 'poor in spirit'? Listen to be encouraged.

Those Who Mourn

May 28, 2023 • Michael Graham • Matthew 5:4

The world seems to try to run and hide from grief, as well as people who are walking through it. Unlike the world, Jesus tells us that those who grieve ("mourn") in ways that show your heart for Jesus, are "blessed." We don't have to pretend grief in life isn't real or that it doesn't So what kinds of "grieving" bring glory to God and result in "Blessedness"? Listen, and find out.