Matthew 5:9 “God blesses those who work for peace, for they will be called the children of God.”

Good morning!

We’re going to start off with a simple question that I hope stirs your heart. Is there a greater title than being a “child of God?”

I remember a time in my life when I wasn’t walking as strongly with with the Lord, and my goal was to obtain a title I could be proud of. The plan was to work as hard as I could in order to become “successful” and “wealthy.” According to the world’s standards this is what most people feel they need to achieve. This is a deceiving thought, and it is the main driving force behind the idea that our highest calling is to work to achieve only worldly success. When we let the truth of the gospel invade our hearts and lives, we can see clearly that the highest title we can achieve is being called a “child of God!” Our desire above all else should be to obtain a title that comes from God, not from the world! For we know that the things of this world and earthly “success” will pass away but our title as “a child of God” we will carry into eternity!

Matthew 5:9 “God blesses those who work for peace, for they will be called the children of God.”

I want us to notice something about this verse that is crucial in our efforts to be obedient children of God. It says God blesses those who work for peace! It doesn’t say God blesses those who love peace, or those who keep peace. It’s one thing to say that we love peace or we want to keep peace, but it’s another thing to put our money where our mouth and take action and work towards peace! If we are willing to work as hard as needed to become successful in this life, how much more should we desire to work to bring peace and be called “a child of God?” Can I remind you that the blessings that come from God far outweigh the rewards of this life! Let’s not just agree that we want peace, rather lets begin to work towards peace as the “children of God” should do!

Is there an area in your life that needs peace? As a child of God we should take the initiative to work for peace, not sit on the sideline. God will see your efforts, and he will aid you in your work, you will truly be blessed for it!

Have a good day!

-Tyler