Journal Entry // February 14, 2023
“Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they shall be satisfied. (ESV)
Matthew 5:6
As Jesus continues his discourse on the beatitudes, those that are blessed and approved by God, he has moved from “poor in spirit” to “mourning” to “meekness.” Now that he has explored and revealed that our nature is not only tainted by sin but is totally depraved, meaning that every area of our life and nature has been infected and is influenced by sin, Jesus next presents us with the call to pursue righteousness. As he has demonstrated that righteousness is not to be found within us, our pursuit and desire of this holiness can and only will be satisfied in his very own righteousness accomplished on the cross. It is through the cross that those who hunger and thirst for righteousness will be satisfied. It is only by understanding our sinful heart and in humility and meekness turning to Christ in repentance and faith for cleansing and healing that we will be satisfied. Our hunger for righteousness will only be filled in Jesus. Our thirst for righteousness will only be quenched by the precious blood of Christ.
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