Jesus' beloved teachings on finding hope and joy offer a true picture of God's blessings for believers.

Understanding the Beatitudes will help Christians learn how to live the "Kingdom" life. Those who follow Jesus will be inspired and challenged to live out these attributes in contrast to worldly values:

• Poor in spirit
• Mourning
• Meekness
• Righteousness
• Mercy
• Purity in heart
• Peacemaking
• Persecution

For each Beatitude, explanation includes:

• What does it mean?
• Related Scripture
• Life application