Welcome to episode 243 of Grasp the Bible. In this episode, Pastor Drew continues our study entitled Kingdom Logic. Today we will cover:· “Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see God.” — Matthew 5:8· The meaning of pure in heart.· When our spiritual center of life becomes Christ.Key Takeaways:· The Beatitudes are a self-portrait of Jesus and a portrait of us that is still being completed.· Pure in heart — when who you are is changed by whose you are.· God always provides for what He demands.· Apart from Christ, you can do nothing.Quotable:· “The good life is not normal — it’s FaithFULL.”· “Pure in heart — when our spiritual center of life becomes Christ!”· “When who you are is changed by whose you are!”· “Purity of heart cleanses the soul so God becomes visible!”Application:· First — realize we are unable to live holy without God.· Second — we must stay in God’s Word.· Third — walk in the will and way of the Holy Spirit.· Fourth — pray, pray, pray.Connect with us:Website: https://springbaptist.orgFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/SBCKleinCampus (Klein Campus)https://www.facebook.com/SpringBaptist (Spring Campus)Need us to pray for you? Submit your prayer request to: https://springbaptist.org/prayer/If you haven’t already done so, please leave us a rating and review in your podcast provider.

<description>&lt;p&gt;Welcome to episode 243 of Grasp the Bible. In this episode, Pastor Drew continues our study entitled Kingdom Logic. Today we will cover:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;· “Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see God.” — Matthew 5:8&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;· The meaning of pure in heart.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;· When our spiritual center of life becomes Christ.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Key Takeaways:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;· The Beatitudes are a self-portrait of Jesus and a portrait of us that is still being completed.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;· Pure in heart — when who you are is changed by whose you are.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;· God always provides for what He demands.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;· Apart from Christ, you can do nothing.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Quotable:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;· “The good life is not normal — it’s FaithFULL.”&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;· “Pure in heart — when our spiritual center of life becomes Christ!”&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;· “When who you are is changed by whose you are!”&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;· “Purity of heart cleanses the soul so God becomes visible!”&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Application:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;· First — realize we are unable to live holy without God.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;· Second — we must stay in God’s Word.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;· Third — walk in the will and way of the Holy Spirit.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;· Fourth — pray, pray, pray.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Connect with us:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Website: https://springbaptist.org&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Facebook:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;https://www.facebook.com/SBCKleinCampus (Klein Campus)&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;https://www.facebook.com/SpringBaptist (Spring Campus)&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Need us to pray for you? Submit your prayer request to: https://springbaptist.org/prayer/&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;If you haven’t already done so, please leave us a rating and review in your podcast provider.&lt;/p&gt;</description>

Welcome to episode 243 of Grasp the Bible. In this episode, Pastor Drew continues our study entitled Kingdom Logic. Today we will cover: · “Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see God.” — Matthew 5:8 · The meaning of pure in heart. · When our spiritual center of life becomes Christ. Key Takeaways: · The Beatitudes are a self-portrait of Jesus and a portrait of us that is still being completed. · Pure in heart — when who you are is changed by whose you are. · God always provides for ...

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Kingdom Logic (Part 5) - Blessedness

Welcome to episode 242 of Grasp the Bible. In this episode, Pastor Drew continues our study entitled Kingdom Logic. Today, we will cover mercy.  Specifically, • “Blessed are the merciful, for they shall receive mercy.” — Matthew 5:7• What mercy truly is.• What happens when our faith starts to show.Key Takeaways:· The first four Beatitudes reveal our new spiritual condition — mercy is the outward expression.· Mercy is compassion in action — genuine compassion expressed in real help.· Mercy to men doesn’t bring mercy from men — it brings mercy from God.· Mercy is a gift from God — we cannot be merciful apart from Him.Quotable:· “When your faith starts to show.”· “Mercy is not sentiment without action.”· “Mercy to men doesn’t bring mercy from men — it brings mercy from God.”· “We cannot have the blessing apart from the blesser.”Application:· Show mercy in action — meet needs, don’t just feel compassion.· Choose mercy in your attitude — compassion over judgment.· Practice spiritual mercy — pray, correct gently, and share the Gospel.· Walk in the cycle of mercy — receive it, give it, and trust God with the rest.Connect with us:Website: https://springbaptist.orgFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/SBCKleinCampus (Klein Campus)https://www.facebook.com/SpringBaptist (Spring Campus)Need us to pray for you? Submit your prayer request to:https://springbaptist.org/prayer/If you haven’t already done so, please leave us a rating and review in your podcast provider

<description>&lt;p&gt;Welcome to episode 242 of Grasp the Bible. In this episode, Pastor Drew continues our study entitled Kingdom Logic. Today, we will cover mercy.  Specifically, &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;• “Blessed are the merciful, for they shall receive mercy.” — Matthew 5:7&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;• What mercy truly is.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;• What happens when our faith starts to show.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Key Takeaways&lt;/b&gt;:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;· The first four Beatitudes reveal our new spiritual condition — mercy is the outward expression.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;· Mercy is compassion in action — genuine compassion expressed in real help.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;· Mercy to men doesn’t bring mercy from men — it brings mercy from God.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;· Mercy is a gift from God — we cannot be merciful apart from Him.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Quotable:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;· “When your faith starts to show.”&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;· “Mercy is not sentiment without action.”&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;· “Mercy to men doesn’t bring mercy from men — it brings mercy from God.”&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;· “We cannot have the blessing apart from the blesser.”&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Application:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;· Show mercy in action — meet needs, don’t just feel compassion.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;· Choose mercy in your attitude — compassion over judgment.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;· Practice spiritual mercy — pray, correct gently, and share the Gospel.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;· Walk in the cycle of mercy — receive it, give it, and trust God with the rest.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Connect with us:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Website: https://springbaptist.org&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Facebook:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;https://www.facebook.com/SBCKleinCampus (Klein Campus)&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;https://www.facebook.com/SpringBaptist (Spring Campus)&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Need us to pray for you? Submit your prayer request to:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;https://springbaptist.org/prayer/&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;If you haven’t already done so, please leave us a rating and review in your podcast provider&lt;/p&gt;</description>

Welcome to episode 242 of Grasp the Bible. In this episode, Pastor Drew continues our study entitled Kingdom Logic. Today, we will cover mercy.  Specifically,  • “Blessed are the merciful, for they shall receive mercy.” — Matthew 5:7 • What mercy truly is. • What happens when our faith starts to show. Key Takeaways: · The first four Beatitudes reveal our new spiritual condition — mercy is the outward expression. · Mercy is compassion in action — genuine compassion expressed in real ...

Kingdom Logic (Part 4) - Mercy

Welcome to episode 241 of Grasp the Bible. In this episode, we will examine the Church in crisis.  Key takeaways:   <ul><li>The reality:  Churches face both internal and external threats </li><li>The promise:  Christ is building the Church and he will prevail </li><li>The church’s foundation does not depend on: <ul><li>Gifted leaders </li><li>Perfect doctrine </li><li>Cultural acceptance </li><li>Impressive programs or large numbers </li></ul></li><li>For the five churches we examine in the Book of Revelation, we see a pattern and a promise. <ul><li>The pattern:  Acknowledge the problem honestly, remember what you&apos;ve received, repent and change direction, return to faithful obedience. </li><li>The promise:  This varies, depending on the church, but is made to ordinary Christians who overcome the challenges specified </li></ul></li></ul> Quotable:   Our job isn&apos;t to save the church—Jesus did that on the cross.  Application:   <ul><li>How to minister in crisis: <ul><li>Start with prayer:  Our first response to church problems should be prayer, not criticism, complaining, or gossip. </li><li>Demonstrate personal faithfulness and integrity:  Instead of focusing on what others need to change, ask what God wants to change in you. </li><li>Speak truth in love </li><li>Support godly leadership:  Church leaders need your support, not second-guessing. </li></ul></li><li>Our job is... <ul><li>To be faithful in our generation.  </li><li>To pray.  </li><li>To serve.  </li><li>To love.  </li><li>To persevere.  </li><li>To trust God with results. </li></ul></li></ul> Connect with us:   Web site:  <a href='https://springbaptist.org/'>https://springbaptist.org</a>   Facebook:   <a href='https://www.facebook.com/SBCKleinCampus'>https://www.facebook.com/SBCKleinCampus</a> (Klein Campus)   <a href='https://www.facebook.com/SpringBaptist'>https://www.facebook.com/SpringBaptist</a> (Spring Campus)   Need us to pray for you? Submit your prayer request to <a href='https://springbaptist.org/prayer/'>https://springbaptist.org/prayer/</a>      If you haven’t already done so, please leave us a rating and review in your podcast provider.

<description>&lt;p&gt;Welcome to episode 241 of Grasp the Bible. In this episode, we will examine the Church in crisis. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt; &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Key takeaways:  &lt;/b&gt; &lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;The reality:  Churches face both internal and external threats &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;The promise:  Christ is building the Church and he will prevail &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;The church’s foundation does not depend on: &lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Gifted leaders &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Perfect doctrine &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Cultural acceptance &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Impressive programs or large numbers &lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;For the five churches we examine in the Book of Revelation, we see a pattern and a promise. &lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;The pattern:  Acknowledge the problem honestly, remember what you&amp;apos;ve received, repent and change direction, return to faithful obedience. &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;The promise:  This varies, depending on the church, but is made to ordinary Christians who overcome the challenges specified &lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt; &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Quotable:  &lt;/b&gt; &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Our job isn&amp;apos;t to save the church—Jesus did that on the cross. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt; &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Application:  &lt;/b&gt; &lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;How to minister in crisis: &lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Start with prayer:  Our first response to church problems should be prayer, not criticism, complaining, or gossip. &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Demonstrate personal faithfulness and integrity:  Instead of focusing on what others need to change, ask what God wants to change in you. &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Speak truth in love &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Support godly leadership:  Church leaders need your support, not second-guessing. &lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Our job is... &lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;To be faithful in our generation.  &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;To pray.  &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;To serve.  &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;To love.  &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;To persevere.  &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;To trust God with results. &lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt; &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Connect with us:  &lt;/b&gt; &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Web site:  &lt;a href='https://springbaptist.org/'&gt;https://springbaptist.org&lt;/a&gt;   &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Facebook:   &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;a href='https://www.facebook.com/SBCKleinCampus'&gt;https://www.facebook.com/SBCKleinCampus&lt;/a&gt; (Klein Campus)   &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;a href='https://www.facebook.com/SpringBaptist'&gt;https://www.facebook.com/SpringBaptist&lt;/a&gt; (Spring Campus)   &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Need us to pray for you? Submit your prayer request to &lt;a href='https://springbaptist.org/prayer/'&gt;https://springbaptist.org/prayer/&lt;/a&gt;   &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;   &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;If you haven’t already done so, please leave us a rating and review in your podcast provider. &lt;/p&gt;</description>

Welcome to episode 241 of Grasp the Bible. In this episode, we will examine the Church in crisis.    Key takeaways:    The reality:  Churches face both internal and external threats The promise:  Christ is building the Church and he will prevail The church’s foundation does not depend on: Gifted leaders Perfect doctrine Cultural acceptance Impressive programs or large numbers For the five churches we examine in the Book of Revel...

The Church in Crisis

Welcome to episode 240 of Grasp the Bible. In this episode, we will examine the topic of  finishing well.  Key takeaways:   <ul><li>The Christian life can be characterized by (among other things): </li><li>Agony – we will face hardship, suffering, disappointment, and pain </li><li>A race – this is not a sprint, it is a marathon we are called to finish </li><li>Perseverance – holding on to our faith until the end </li></ul> <ul><li>We all face threats to finishing well </li><li>Moral failure and compromise </li><li>Bitterness and unforgiveness </li><li>Pride and self-reliance </li><li>Losing your first love </li></ul> Quotable:   The way you live today is shaped by what you believe about tomorrow.  Application:   <ul><li>Take an honest assessment of where you are in your spiritual race.  </li><li>Is your relationship with Christ stronger today than it was five years ago?  </li><li>Are you more passionate about God&apos;s kingdom now, or have you become comfortable with mediocrity?  </li><li>If you keep living the way you&apos;re living now, will you finish well? </li><li>Identify vulnerabilities and set up safeguards. <ul><li>If you struggle with lust, install filtering software on all devices and give someone else the password </li><li>If you struggle with bitterness, commit to forgiving those who hurt you—not because they deserve it, but because you need freedom </li><li>If you struggle with pride, establish accountability relationships where people can speak honestly into your life </li><li>If you&apos;re losing your first love, go back to basics—spend unhurried time with Jesus, cultivate intimacy with Him  </li></ul></li><li>Keys to finishing strong <ul><li>Stay connected to Christ </li><li>Maintain accountability relationships </li><li>Continue growing and learning </li><li>Pass the baton to the next generation </li><li>Live with eternity in view </li></ul></li></ul> Connect with us:   Web site:  <a href='https://springbaptist.org/'>https://springbaptist.org</a>   Facebook:   <a href='https://www.facebook.com/SBCKleinCampus'>https://www.facebook.com/SBCKleinCampus</a> (Klein Campus)   <a href='https://www.facebook.com/SpringBaptist'>https://www.facebook.com/SpringBaptist</a> (Spring Campus)   Need us to pray for you? Submit your prayer request to <a href='https://springbaptist.org/prayer/'>https://springbaptist.org/prayer/</a>      If you haven’t already done so, please leave us a rating and review in your podcast provider.

<description>&lt;p&gt;Welcome to episode 240 of Grasp the Bible. In this episode, we will examine the topic of  finishing well. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt; &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Key takeaways:  &lt;/b&gt; &lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;The Christian life can be characterized by (among other things): &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Agony – we will face hardship, suffering, disappointment, and pain &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;A race – this is not a sprint, it is a marathon we are called to finish &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Perseverance – holding on to our faith until the end &lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt; &lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;We all face threats to finishing well &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Moral failure and compromise &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Bitterness and unforgiveness &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Pride and self-reliance &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Losing your first love &lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt; &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Quotable:  &lt;/b&gt; &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;The way you live today is shaped by what you believe about tomorrow. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt; &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Application:  &lt;/b&gt; &lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Take an honest assessment of where you are in your spiritual race.  &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Is your relationship with Christ stronger today than it was five years ago?  &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Are you more passionate about God&amp;apos;s kingdom now, or have you become comfortable with mediocrity?  &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;If you keep living the way you&amp;apos;re living now, will you finish well? &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Identify vulnerabilities and set up safeguards. &lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;If you struggle with lust, install filtering software on all devices and give someone else the password &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;If you struggle with bitterness, commit to forgiving those who hurt you—not because they deserve it, but because you need freedom &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;If you struggle with pride, establish accountability relationships where people can speak honestly into your life &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;If you&amp;apos;re losing your first love, go back to basics—spend unhurried time with Jesus, cultivate intimacy with Him  &lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Keys to finishing strong &lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Stay connected to Christ &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Maintain accountability relationships &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Continue growing and learning &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Pass the baton to the next generation &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Live with eternity in view &lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt; &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Connect with us:  &lt;/b&gt; &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Web site:  &lt;a href='https://springbaptist.org/'&gt;https://springbaptist.org&lt;/a&gt;   &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Facebook:   &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;a href='https://www.facebook.com/SBCKleinCampus'&gt;https://www.facebook.com/SBCKleinCampus&lt;/a&gt; (Klein Campus)   &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;a href='https://www.facebook.com/SpringBaptist'&gt;https://www.facebook.com/SpringBaptist&lt;/a&gt; (Spring Campus)   &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Need us to pray for you? Submit your prayer request to &lt;a href='https://springbaptist.org/prayer/'&gt;https://springbaptist.org/prayer/&lt;/a&gt;   &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;   &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;If you haven’t already done so, please leave us a rating and review in your podcast provider. &lt;/p&gt;</description>

Welcome to episode 240 of Grasp the Bible. In this episode, we will examine the topic of  finishing well.    Key takeaways:    The Christian life can be characterized by (among other things): Agony – we will face hardship, suffering, disappointment, and pain A race – this is not a sprint, it is a marathon we are called to finish Perseverance – holding on to our faith until the end   We all face threats to finishing well Moral failure and ...

Finishing Well

Welcome to episode 239 of Grasp the Bible. In this episode, Pastor Drew continues our study entitled Kingdom Logic. Today we will cover:• “Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they shall be satisfied.” — Matthew 5:6• Why righteousness — not happiness — is the pathway to the blessed life.Key Takeaways:· The first three Beatitudes reveal man’s need — the fourth reveals the remedy.· God promises that those who hunger and thirst for righteousness will be filled.· The blessed life comes through holiness, not fortune, fame, or comfort.· God’s standard is perfect righteousness — and Christ is our righteousness (1 Corinthians 1:30).· Biblical hunger is desperate, inward, and all-consuming — not partial or “right-ish.”· Our ultimate satisfaction is not circumstances, but Jesus Himself.Quotable:· “The first three express the need — the fourth provides the remedy.”· “The blessed people seek holiness before happiness.”· “Not right-ish — righteous.”· “Where there is desire for righteousness, there will be filling — and the filling will be Christ Himself.”Application:· Examine what you are truly hungry for.· Stop pursuing happiness apart from holiness.· Desire complete righteousness, not surface improvement.· Seek first the Kingdom (Matthew 6:33).· Remember — your satisfaction is Christ. Connect with us:Website: https://springbaptist.orgFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/SBCKleinCampus (Klein Campus)https://www.facebook.com/SpringBaptist (Spring Campus)Need us to pray for you? Submit your prayer request to:https://springbaptist.org/prayer/If you haven’t already done so, please leave us a rating and review in your podcast provider.

<description>&lt;p&gt;Welcome to episode 239 of Grasp the Bible. In this episode, Pastor Drew continues our study entitled Kingdom Logic. Today we will cover:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;• “Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they shall be satisfied.” — Matthew 5:6&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;• Why righteousness — not happiness — is the pathway to the blessed life.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Key Takeaways:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;· The first three Beatitudes reveal man’s need — the fourth reveals the remedy.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;· God promises that those who hunger and thirst for righteousness will be filled.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;· The blessed life comes through holiness, not fortune, fame, or comfort.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;· God’s standard is perfect righteousness — and Christ is our righteousness (1 Corinthians 1:30).&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;· Biblical hunger is desperate, inward, and all-consuming — not partial or “right-ish.”&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;· Our ultimate satisfaction is not circumstances, but Jesus Himself.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Quotable:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;· “The first three express the need — the fourth provides the remedy.”&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;· “The blessed people seek holiness before happiness.”&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;· “Not right-ish — righteous.”&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;· “Where there is desire for righteousness, there will be filling — and the filling will be Christ Himself.”&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Application:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;· Examine what you are truly hungry for.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;· Stop pursuing happiness apart from holiness.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;· Desire complete righteousness, not surface improvement.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;· Seek first the Kingdom (Matthew 6:33).&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;· Remember — your satisfaction is Christ.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Connect with us:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Website: https://springbaptist.org&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Facebook:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;https://www.facebook.com/SBCKleinCampus (Klein Campus)&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;https://www.facebook.com/SpringBaptist (Spring Campus)&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Need us to pray for you? Submit your prayer request to:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;https://springbaptist.org/prayer/&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;If you haven’t already done so, please leave us a rating and review in your podcast provider.&lt;/p&gt;</description>

Welcome to episode 239 of Grasp the Bible. In this episode, Pastor Drew continues our study entitled Kingdom Logic. Today we will cover: • “Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they shall be satisfied.” — Matthew 5:6 • Why righteousness — not happiness — is the pathway to the blessed life. Key Takeaways: · The first three Beatitudes reveal man’s need — the fourth reveals the remedy. · God promises that those who hunger and thirst for righteousness will be filled. · T...

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