who is blessed?
These people inherit the earth.
Who are the meek?
How are the Beatitudes set up?
Charactistic ---> Prize
What does the word mourning mean?
Mourning means being sad and grieving over something
How many Beatitudes are there?
8
Scenario:
During a rugby game, Lily gets pushed to the floor by another player. Instead of getting angry or retaliating, she takes a deep breath and continues to play fairly. Which Beatitude is this?
Blessed are the meek, for they will inherit the land
These people will be comforted.
Who are they who mourn?
What do all of the Beatitudes have in common?
The rewards have you go to Heaven.
What does the word meek mean?
Meek means being gentle and patient
Who did Jesus teach the Beatitudes to?
A crowd of people including the apostles
Senario:
Wiley sees his friend feeling sad because he lost his favorite candy. Instead of bragging about his own candy, Wiley sits with his friend and listens to him. Which Beatitude is this?
Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven
Who are the pure in heart?
What are the Beatitudes?
They our our roadmaps sent by God.
What does it mean to hunger and thirst for righteousness?
It means to do what is right and just
Where did Jesus give the teaching on the Beatitudes?
On a mountain
Senario:
Joe sees that his friend, Ravi, is being bullied by Dillon at school. Instead of ignoring it, Joe speaks up and tells Dillon that it’s not right to treat others that way. Which Beatitude is this?
Blessed are they who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they shall be satisfied
These people will be called children of God.
Who are the peacemakers?
Where can you find the Beatitudes in the Bible?
Matthew 5:3-10
What does it mean to be poor in spirit?
Poor in spirit means being humble and dependent on God
How were the Beatitudes created?
They were created to be an opening to Jesus' Sermon on the Mountain
Scenario:
Jeff sees two friends arguing at recess. Instead of watching, he steps in and helps them talk it out calmly. Which Beatitude is this?
Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God
These people will be satisfied.
Who are they who hunger and thirst for righteousness?
Which Beatitude says that it is not okay to be sad?
Trick question---none of them do!
"Blessed are those who mourn..." means that it is okay to be sad.
What does it mean to be clean of heart?
Clean of heart means having good intentions
Which other Gospel contains a different version of the Beatitudes?
Bonus Points Question
Where can you find them in this Gospel
Luke
Bonus points(100)
Luke 6:20-26
Scenario:
Sarah feels upset because her pet passed away. Her friend, Cleo, notices how upset she is and brings her favorite snack and a card to cheer her up. Which Beatitude is this?
Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted