Daily Wisdom: Matthew 5:3

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

— Matthew 5:3

Comments

Have thoughts on this devotional? Leave a comment

14 Related Resources by Heartlight

In Need of God

Devo: What Jesus Did!

"[Jesus taught:] "God blesses those who are poor and realize their need for him, for the Kingdom of Heaven is theirs.""

I've Got Nothing!

Article by Tom Norvell

What do you do when you don't feel like you have anything to offer? Tom Norvell reminds us to listen to God when we feel like we have nothing to offer, and if we do, we will realize that is enough.

The Blessing of the Powerless

Article by Tom Norvell

What blessing can there be in powerlessness? Life is full of events that make us feel and actually be powerless, but that is exactly where God can work in our life the most.

Our Weakness, God's Power

Article by Max Lucado

They laugh because they have given up hope, and hope born anew is always funny before it is real.

Illustration

Other Devotionals from Heartlight for Tuesday, September 21, 1954

A Year with Jesus

A devotional to help reclaim Jesus as the daily Lord of our lives.

'Head-to-Toe in the Full Armor of God'

"Dear Faithful Follower, Some of the churches in your day are skilled at drawing big audiences. Many more congregations, both large and small, need to..."

What Jesus Did!

A daily guide from the gospels that challenges readers to live for Jesus.

'The Truth of Jesus' (Jn. 16:12-15)

"[Jesus continued,] "There is so much more I want to tell you, but you can't bear it now. When the Spirit of truth comes, he will guide you into all..."

Praying with Paul

Features the apostle Paul's writings turned into daily, powerful prayers.

'No More Division' (Ep. 2:14-16)

"Dear Father, reconciler of humanity, Thank you for sending Jesus to break down the dividing wall of hostility between Jew and non-Jew. By the way he...."

Today's Verse

A daily devotional featuring a Bible verse, thought and prayer.