Matthew 5: 3: "Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven." This is the beginning of what is called the "Sermon on the Mount." It is the core teachings of the Lord Jesus Christ. The word "blessed" means literally "happy, fortunate, and blissful." Jesus is referring to something far more than a surface emotion. The world will tell you that happiness is found in riches, merriment, abundance, leisure and other things that pass away. The truth is just the opposite. True happiness is found within. Those that are "poor in spirit" are the opposite of self-sufficiency. You gain this true happiness when you realize that you are spiritually bankrupt apart from God. Those that are "poor in spirit" will obtain "the kingdom of heaven." In other words, when you realize that you can't obtain heaven on your own merits, and that the only way to enter heaven is through God's grace, now you are ready to receive the blessing that comes from being "poor in spirit." Remember, not one work you do, or one prayer you pray will ever entitle you to heaven. Salvation is all of God's grace through faith (And even faith is a gift to you from the Father). Stay humble and be blessed.
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