Matthew 5:7-12

Key Verse 5:10

“Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness' sake, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven."

V.7

1. What does it mean to be merciful?

2. What is a practical example of showing mercy? (Lev 19: 9-10)

3. Why should we be merciful? (Hos 6:6, James 2:12-13)

V.8

1. What does it mean to be pure in heart?

2. How can we be pure in heart? (Psalm 1)

3. What does it mean to see God? (Numbers 12: 6-8)

V.9

1. What does it mean to be a peacemaker?

2. What is the opposite of a peacemaker? Does the world promote peace?

3. Why will peacemakers be called “sons of God”?

V.10-12

1. Why does the world persecute believers for their “righteousness”?

2. Why should we rejoice and be glad when we are persecuted?

3. What should we do when we are persecuted like this?