Matthew 5:3 Blessed are the poor in spirit: for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.… it: — I. Let us think much on the character of God as shown to us in His Holy Word. II. Let us be careful to separate any good intentions which we may find springing up in our hearts from ourselves, and ascribe them to God's Holy Spirit. III. Let us be watchful against occasions of pride.:IV. Another great step to the attainment of humility, is to forget those things which are behind, and press onward to those before. V. We must be ever looking at the Cross. (H. Alford, M. A.) Parallel Verses KJV: Blessed are the poor in spirit: for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.WEB: "Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the Kingdom of Heaven. |
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