The Best Is Yet To Come
138th BDS – 8/29/2024
Scripture Reference: Matthew 5:1-12
I do believe without a doubt that in these days and times it is often a struggle now and again to see the great things that are waiting for those of us that truly believe. We could all easily say: “Well, things aren’t looking to good right now…” or “This is as good as it gets…”. I challenge you in every instance when those types of thoughts begin to rise to the surface, to weigh the promises of our GOD against them.
JESUS taught His Disciples and the many who came to hear Him on the mountain near the Lake of Gennesaret/Sea of Galilee:
“Blessed are the poor in spirit: for their’s is the kingdom of heaven.”
Matthew 5:3 KJV
Due to the things that we see or are going through, we may not feel like rejoicing all of the time, but remembering that JESUS promised that He is preparing a place for those that believe is reassurance of the glory to come if we hold on and patiently wait.
“Blessed are they that mourn: for they shall be comforted.”
Matthew 5:4 KJV
As sure as our GOD creates new lives there will surely be deaths, but through His Spirit that was sent to comfort us during times of bereavement we will have the strength to get through it all because these things to will pass.
“Blessed are the meek: for they shall inherit the earth.”
Matthew 5:5 KJV
In a World that is filled with the need to be dominant, we are taught that only the strong survive.. however, in JESUS we can rest assured that humility will be the victor in the end.
“Blessed are they which do hunger and thirst after righteousness: for they shall be filled.”
Matthew 5:6 KJV
Remember that above everything and everyone else, looking to and obeying the commands of the author and finisher of our faith should be first on our list to do.. for those who choose to do that, the things of this World will not satisfy them but, truly the ways of our GOD will.
“Blessed are the merciful: for they shall obtain mercy.”
Matthew 5:7 KJV
Showing compassion isn’t a weakness, it’s a strength and the ability to exercise it daily no matter who mistreats us will ultimately cause GOD’s favour that is constantly following those that believe all the days of our lives to overflow into everything that we do and lift us up to a standard of living in and through Him.
“Blessed are the pure in heart: for they shall see God.”
Matthew 5:8 KJV
There’s an old hymnal that sings: “It’s a high way to Heaven, none can walk up there but the pure in heart…”..that song of Zion is the truth as Psalm 24:3-4 reminds us: Who will go back with our LORD when He comes and who will enter into His Kingdom? Only those with clean hands or that have kept His commandments (Word) and those that have pure hearts or who have truly loved others around them even those who have taken up or will take up positions against us.
“Blessed are the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God.”
Matthew 5:9 KJV
This Scripture especially in today’s society is truly like “..swallowing a camel but choking on a gnat..”(Matthew 22:24). Meaning, we find it hard within ourselves to get along with others some times expressly when our views aren’t aligning. However, practicing peace with all of mankind as much as it is possible within us through the HOLY SPIRIT, is one of the keys to entering into our LORD’s Kingdom.(Hebrews 12:14)
Final Thought: “Blessed are they which are persecuted for righteousness’ sake: for their’s is the kingdom of heaven. Blessed are ye, when men shall revile you, and persecute you, and shall say all manner of evil against you falsely, for my sake. Rejoice, and be exceeding glad: for great is your reward in heaven: for so persecuted they the prophets which were before you.”
Matthew 5:10-12 KJV
These last three verses all flow in unison with each other and simply put.. those that choose not to retaliate when we are talked about, lied on, kicked around, abused mentally, physically and emotionally, cast away by those who despise us for Who we believe in and how He is using us and even may have our very lives taken for standing up for the Name of JESUS CHRIST and the Gospel of our GOD, we can hold our heads high and take the punishment that we receive here on Earth because the reward for holding our peace will be much greater and well worth our reward in Heaven!!! Oh YES, the BEST IS YET TO COME!!!
-Minister Marchand, Founder and Overseer of JESUS IS GLOBAL MINISTRIES-JIGM and JESUS IS GLOBAL MINISTRY INTERNATIONAL ASSEMBLY-JIGMIA