East Ridge Pres

Luke 6:20 And he lifted up his eyes on his disciples, and said: “Blessed are you who are poor, for yours is the kingdom of God.” Jesus looks at his disciples. He is speaking to disciples. Those who believe in and obey Jesus. Not speaking to outsiders. Blessed are you who are poor. They are poor because they left so much to follow Jesus. Some were poor when they came to Jesus and Jesus did not deliver them from poverty. Their hands are empty, but in their hands is the kingdom of God. Though no one sees. On the day of Jesus Christ they will receive ALL the blessings of God. Blessed are you who are hungry now, for you shall be satisfied. Now they are deprived. They lack what they need, but they look to God alone for his salvation. Today they may lack many things they need. Their obedience has even added to their hunger, because they gave up so much for others. On the day of Jesus Christ they will be satisfied, given everything they need. Blessed are you who weep now, for you shall laugh. Now they have sorro