Those Who Mourn

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Matthew 5:4

Those that mourn receive a peace that surpasses

all understanding What/why are they mourning?

All who are weary find rest Matthew 11:28-30

Christ speaks here of those that mourn over theirsin

The Sermon on the Mount

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It is sin that permanently separates us

from God

Separation from God is what causes guilt andmourning over sin

Everyone seeks out joy and escape from guilt

What is true joy and how to you find it?

The Sermon on the Mount

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True joy must be the fruit of sorrow

Do you agree? Why or why not?

Mark 2:17 The whole do not need a physician

Those that are sick need a doctor

Christ speaks of the conditions of ones heart Only those that know their true condition can be helped

Those aware of their sinfulness realize their dependence on the shepherd

The Sermon on the Mount

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Those aware of their condition seek out thecure

A world that is dying offers no consolation orhappiness

Ecclesiastes 1:1-18

Without the rain you wouldnt know toappreciate the sunshine

The Sermon on the Mount