In the Beatitudes, Jesus gives a complete plan for joyful living. He promises His pardon and peace to the mourner as he or she laments sin. He promises “earth inheritance” to the meek who display character of strength, humility, and enough serenity to find true happiness in all situations.

Those who hunger after righteousness and are merciful and pure in heart are promised to see God. Peacemakers and those who are persecuted because of righteousness are promised the kingdom of heaven. These are heart attitudes developed by dependence on God.

Earthly friends’ promises are sometimes broken, but we can be assured that Jesus always keeps His. What a blessing!

Peace with God brings the peace of God. It is a
peace that settles our nerves, fills our mind,
floods our spirit, and in the midst of the uproar
around us, gives us the assurance that
everything is all right.
- Bob Mumford