Theirs is the Kingdom – Matthew 5:10-12

The Gospel of the Kingdom of God – Kingdom Ethic IV

“Theirs is the kingdom” – Matthew 5:10-12

Blessed are the persecuted for theirs is the kingdom

True courage is needed to live as citizens of God’s Kingdom

Engaging the Kingdom Ethic with Kingdom Courage:

1. Pursue Righteousness – 5:10

Blessed are the persecuted for righteousness

The courage to expect opposition

2. Persevere Ridicule – 5:11

Blessed are you when people revile

The courage to endure insults

3. Personal Rejoicing – 5:12

Be glad, rejoice for great is your reward

The courage to engage the eternal

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Pastor Scott Peterson