What does it mean to be poor in spirit, and why does Jesus call such people blessed?
In the opening message of our Blessed series, Greig explores the first Beatitude in Matthew 5:3, where Jesus declares:
“Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.”
Our world tells us that the good life is found through success, self-confidence, and independence. Jesus presents a completely different picture. The doorway into God’s Kingdom begins with recognising our spiritual poverty and our complete dependence on him.
In this sermon, Greig unpacks what it means to be poor in spirit, why humility is foundational to the Christian life, and how the promise of the Kingdom of Heaven belongs to those who come to God empty-handed. Discover how this first Beatitude sets the tone for the entire Sermon on the Mount and invites us into the upside-down values of God’s Kingdom.
Whether you’re exploring Christianity or seeking to grow as a disciple of Jesus, this message will challenge you to exchange self-reliance for wholehearted dependence on Christ.