Matthew 5:2 Cross References

Matthew 5:2

2: This is what he taught them:

So Philip began with this same Scripture and then used many others to tell him the Good News about Jesus.

Then Jesus turned to his disciples and said, "God blesses you who are poor, for the Kingdom of God is given to you.
God blesses you who are hungry now, for you will be satisfied. God blesses you who weep now, for the time will come when you will laugh with joy.
God blesses you who are hated and excluded and mocked and cursed because you are identified with me, the Son of Man.
"When that happens, rejoice! Yes, leap for joy! For a great reward awaits you in heaven. And remember, the ancient prophets were also treated that way by your ancestors.
"What sorrows await you who are rich, for you have your only happiness now.

This fulfilled the prophecy that said, "I will speak to you in parables. I will explain mysteries hidden since the creation of the world."

But just as Paul started to make his defense, Gallio turned to Paul's accusers and said, "Listen, you Jews, if this were a case involving some wrongdoing or a serious crime, I would be obliged to listen to you.

And pray for me, too. Ask God to give me the right words as I boldly explain God's secret plan that the Good News is for the Gentiles, too.

Listen to me! For I have excellent things to tell you. Everything I say is right,

O my people, listen to my teaching. Open your ears to what I am saying,
for I will speak to you in a parable. I will teach you hidden lessons from our past--

Speak up for those who cannot speak for themselves; ensure justice for those who are perishing.
Yes, speak up for the poor and helpless, and see that they get justice.

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