Matthew 5:1-12 · The Beatitudes

1 Now when he saw the crowds, he went up on a mountainside and sat down. His disciples came to him, 2 and he began to teach them saying:

3 "Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.

4 Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted.

5 Blessed are the meek, for they will inherit the earth.

6 Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be filled.

7 Blessed are the merciful, for they will be shown mercy.

8 Blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God.

9 Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called sons of God.

10 Blessed are those who are persecuted because of righteousness, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.

11 "Blessed are you when people insult you, persecute you and falsely say all kinds of evil against you because of me. 12 Rejoice and be glad, because great is your reward in heaven, for in the same way they persecuted the prophets who were before you.

Putting Our Words Into Action
Matthew 5:9
Children's Sermon
by Wesley T. Runk
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Object: Paper, envelopes, depending on the number of maybe even stamps

Good morning, boys and girls. How are you on this beautiful Sunday morning? Did you have a good time Halloweening? Did you get lots of candy, gum, apples and lots of other goodies? That’s great, and I’m sure you’re happy because you had so much fun.

I want to ask you a question about some people who are always good you every day of the year. We call them your grandmother and grandfather. Do you like to visit them? Where do your grandparents live? (You can begin to talk to some of the children individually, asking them questions about their grandparents, such as "do they come to see you often?" "have they ever come to church with you?" etc.) They sure are nice people, aren’t they? Maybe some of you d…

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