Scripture – Observation – Application – PrayerScripture:God blesses those who are merciful, for they will be shown mercy. (‭Matthew‬ ‭5‬:‭7‬ NLT)Observation:To those who heard this spoken, the word “mercy” held two meanings. One was to give forgiveness when you have been wronged or injured. The other was to show compassion through charitable giving to those in need. I think both would apply here. Although most...

Scripture – Observation – Application – PrayerScripture: God blesses those who hunger and thirst for justice, for they will be satisfied. (‭Matthew‬ ‭5‬:‭6‬ NLT)Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they shall be satisfied. (‭Matthew‬ ‭5‬:‭6‬ NASB)Observation:Jesus used two of the most basic natural desires to express how important this must be in one's life. We all must have food and water to...