Jesus gave what is famously known as “the Sermon on the Mount” to His followers during His life on earth.
In it, He taught them
THE BEATITUDES,
or different blessings people can experience throughout life if they will follow Him.
Let’s take a look at a few of them now.
MATTHEW 5:4
Blessed are they that mourn:
for they shall be comforted.
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After taking a moment to ponder the scripture, tap on the right side to continue.
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I will not leave you comfortless: I will come to you.
John 14:18
Learn It
We are promised that in our grief and heartbreak, Jesus Christ will always be there to comfort us if we will turn to Him.
Do It
Who could you help comfort this week? Take a moment and think of someone who may be in mourning. Write down their name, and select an action you want to commit to this week.
MATTHEW 5:6
Blessed are they which do hunger ... :
for they shall be filled.
Learn It
Listen to Jeffrey R. Holland, an Apostle of Jesus Christ, talk about what it means to “hunger” spiritually.
Jeffrey R. Holland, “He Hath Filled the Hungry with Good Things,” Oct. 1997 general conference
Do It
Feed your soul and spiritual “hunger” by reading through some of Christ’s most comforting words from the Bible. Share one with someone you love.
I am the way, the truth, and the life.
John 14:6
Peace, be still. And the wind ceased, and there was a great calm.
Mark 4:39
Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven.
Matthew 5:16
MATTHEW 5:7
Blessed are the merciful:
for they shall obtain mercy.
Learn It
Listen to Gordon B. Hinckley, a former President of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, talk about what it means to show and receive mercy.
Gordon B. Hinckley, “Blessed Are the Merciful,” Apr. 1990 general conference
Do It
Think of someone you may have had difficulty with lately. Once you have the name, select something you can do for them this week.
MATTHEW 5:9
Blessed are the peacemakers:
for they shall be called the children of God.
Learn It
Listen to Russell M. Nelson, current President of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, talk about what it means to be a peacemaker.
Russell M. Nelson, “Blessed Are the Peacemakers,” Oct. 2002 general conference
Do It
Play these soothing sounds right now and meditate for two minutes. Use the time to pray, think uplifting thoughts, or just try to be aware of your own stillness. In this practice we hope you will find peace.
Want to read all the Beatitudes? You can find them in both the Bible and the Book of Mormon.
The Beatitudes
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