Robert Austell Archives - Good Shepherd Presbyterian Church

Reason to Hope

Psalm 33 — A Hebrew song equips us for hope in the Lord.

Colossians 3:12-17 — Understanding and embracing our identity in Christ (chosen, holy, beloved) creates thankfulness in us.

Matthew 5:13-16 — Jesus provides three metaphors/images for understanding “blessed to be a blessing.”

Matthew 5.10-12 – How are those who are persecuted for doing what God says is right to be blessed?

Matthew 5:9 – God not only desires for us to be pure and holy, but also to make peace and extend mercy.

Matthew 5:8 — Jesus commends the process and pursuit of purity (holiness) as one of the attributes of the Heavenly Father.

Matthew 5:7 — God blesses those who are merciful with mercy.

Matthew 5:6 — God blesses and truly satisfies those who listen and obey what He says is right.

Matthew 5:5 — If we serve God and others we will experience the blessing of participating in God’s restoration of humanity and Creation.

Matthew 5:5 — We look at how bringing our grief to God through mourning/lament results in the blessing of God’s comfort (and more).