I have been reading Martin Lloyd Jones' commentary on the "Sermon on the Mount." I thought this was just too relevant not to share with you all.
People in this world (non-Christians) are trying to live happy and successful lives. But to His followers, Jesus says, Blessed [happy] are those who hunger and thirst after righteousness. Jesus does not say we are to hunger and thirst after happiness. But that is what most people, and unfortunately, many Christians are hungry for...hmmm...the pursuit of happiness! Sounds like a basic human right!! But pursuing happiness will never satisfy. It will always elude you.
According to Jesus, happiness is not sought directly; but happiness results from pursuing Him, His righteousness, that is, a 'right relationship with God!'
How's your appetite?
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