2006-07-09 13:16:04 · 4 answers · asked by digilook 2 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
Jesus Christ gave a sermon to His disciples, and here are applicable portions of it. I think that the first part (Matthew 5:3-10), talks about what it takes to be considered blessed or holy, and the second part that I listed (Matthew 5:38-48) lists some ways to accomplish those goals.
3 Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.
4 Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted.
5 Blessed are the meek, for they will inherit the earth.
6 Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be filled.
7 Blessed are the merciful, for they will be shown mercy.
8 Blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God.
9 Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called sons of God.
10 Blessed are those who are persecuted because of righteousness, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.
38 "You have heard that it was said, 'Eye for eye, and tooth for tooth.'
39 But I tell you, Do not resist an evil person. If someone strikes you on the right cheek, turn to him the other also.
40 And if someone wants to sue you and take your tunic, let him have your cloak as well.
41 If someone forces you to go one mile, go with him two miles. 42 Give to the one who asks you, and do not turn away from the one who wants to borrow from you.
43 "You have heard that it was said, 'Love your neighbor and hate your enemy.'
44 But I tell you: Love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you,
45 that you may be sons of your Father in heaven. He causes his sun to rise on the evil and the good, and sends rain on the righteous and the unrighteous.
46 If you love those who love you, what reward will you get? Are not even the tax collectors doing that?
47 And if you greet only your brothers, what are you doing more than others? Do not even pagans do that?
48 Be perfect, therefore, as your heavenly Father is perfect.
2006-07-11 13:28:14 · answer #1 · answered by Iamnotarobot (former believer) 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Following the ten commandments.
2006-07-09 20:19:43 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
God has said we are to be Holy as He is Holy.
the only way is to die to self! one of the hardest thing to do.
to allow God's will in our lives, to choose to follow what He wants us to do and not what we want. to became like Jesus to the world. it is a life time journey, but it is worth it.
2006-07-09 20:35:37 · answer #3 · answered by joygpray4revival 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My deen does not. My deen simply asks me to follow what God has told us to follow. No holiness, just the best we can.
2006-07-09 20:20:40 · answer #4 · answered by m_ousley 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋