Podcasts about poor in spirit

“Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.” (Matthew 5:3 NKJV) Jesus began His Sermon on the Mount with these words: “Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven” (Matthew 5:3 NKJV). The word translated as poor comes from a verb that means “to shrink, cower, or cringe.” It describes a destitute person or someone who is completely dependent on others for help. You’ll notice, however, that Jesus didn’t just say, “Blessed are the poor.” He said, “Blessed are the poor in spirit.” Jesus wasn’t addressing people’s economic situation but rather their spiritual condition. Let’s not miss the implications of His words. Blessed, or happy, are the people who recognize their spiritual poverty apart from God. Blessed, or happy, are those who recognize what they really are in God’s sight: lost, hopeless, and helpless. Apart from Jesus Christ, everyone is spiritually poor. Regardless of our education, accomplishments, or religious knowledge, we’re all spiritually destitute. We may be tempted to look at someone who’s in prison or who’s down and out or who’s struggling with drug addiction and think, “Now, there’s someone who’s spiritually destitute.” We may be tempted to compare ourselves favorably with them. Maybe we’ve lived a relatively refined life. Maybe we have a good education or have accomplished certain things. If so, we may conclude, “I’m not as destitute as that person.” In one sense, that may be true. But in another sense, it isn’t true at all. Before God, all people are spiritually destitute and unable to help themselves. Some people have a hard time admitting this. It’s difficult for us to acknowledge we need to reach out to God and need His forgiveness. We prefer the illusion of being spiritually self-sufficient, of being good enough in and of ourselves. But the Bible doesn’t give us that option. What do we have to offer God—our righteousness? Romans 3:10 says, “No one is righteous—not even one” (NLT). Our good works? Isaiah 64:6 says, “We are all infected and impure with sin. When we display our righteous deeds, they are nothing but filthy rags” (NLT). The only thing we can offer God is our sincere humility. James 4:10 says, “Humble yourselves before the Lord, and he will lift you up in honor” (NLT). To receive the blessings Jesus talked about, we must embrace our status as being poor in spirit. We were created to bring glory to God, not to ourselves. When we prioritize Him by humbling ourselves, we connect to our original purpose. We find a soul-deep sense of satisfaction and fulfillment. We discover our spiritual potential when we acknowledge our spiritual poverty. Reflection question: How do you maintain a spirit of humility in your relationship with God? Harvest Crusade tickets are fully claimed—but it’s not too late to participate and witness what God does on July 11. Invite your loved ones to watch online with you and make sure you join the waitlist in case more tickets become available. — The audio production of the podcast "Greg Laurie: Daily Devotions" utilizes Generative AI technology. This allows us to deliver consistent, high-quality content while preserving Harvest's mission to "know God and make Him known." All devotional content is written and owned by Pastor Greg Laurie. Listen to the Greg Laurie Podcast Become a Harvest PartnerSupport the show: https://harvest.org/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Eric Johnson Matthew 5:3  Most of us read the Sermon on the Mount and feel the gap between the life Jesus describes and the life we actually live. This week, Jesus meets us right there. The Beatitudes aren't a checklist of people Jesus is searching for — they're a picture of who we're becoming.

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  This is the audio from the June 8, 2026 social media broadcast of encouragement and prayer by Impact Prayer Ministry’s director, Tom Lemler. ~ “Now when he saw the crowds, he went up on a mountainside and sat down. His disciples came to him, and he began to teach them.”   Matthew 5:1-2 (NIV) This […]

A new series begins. In a world shaped by empire, fear, power, and performance, Jesus announces a radically different way to be human. In Part 1 of Unlearning Empire, we explore why Jesus calls the poor in spirit blessed—and how the Beatitudes confront everything empire tells us about success, strength, and worth.   Follow us on social media! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/viningslake Facebook: https://facebook.com/viningslake TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@viningslake

Episode 05 | Matt 5:5 | Toby Dedden | 31/05/2026In this sermon, part of the “Living Towards the Day” series on the Sermon on the Mount, Toby revisits the first three Beatitudes—poor in spirit, those who mourn, and the meek—set against Matthew 4–5's context of downtrodden crowds longing for the Kingdom of Heaven. Toby argues the Beatitudes are not a transaction (“do this to get that”) or advice, but an announcement of good news: the powerless belong to God's kingdom, mourners will be comforted, and the gentle/humble who are taken advantage of will inherit the earth (drawing on Isaiah 41, Isaiah 40, Psalm 37, and John 11). The message insists these promises are only good news if spoken by Jesus as king, and explains their fulfilment as “now but not yet”: immediate comfort through restored relationship with God via the cross and resurrection, ongoing comfort by the Holy Spirit and community, and complete comfort when Jesus returns.

What does it really mean to be blessed? In a world that equates blessing with success, comfort, and status, Jesus offers a radically different vision. In this series, Blessed, we'll discover the surprising path to a life of deep joy and purpose. Jesus redefines what it means to live under God's favor. This is an invitation to embrace a kingdom perspective—one that turns our assumptions upside down and forms us into people who reflect the heart of Jesus.

Matthew 5:3 – Poor in Spirit

God's very best blessings belong to the ones who know they're the least deserving of them. Brett McDonald | Senior Pastor

God's very best blessings belong to the ones who know they're the least deserving of them. Brett McDonald | Senior Pastor

This week for Senior Sunday, Student Minister Nathan Slonaker preached a one-off message from Matthew 5:1-3 about dependence. Nathan reminded us that the Christian life is not about growing into self-sufficiency, but about growing into a deeper dependence on God. He challenged us to resist pride and the illusion of independence, encouraging us instead to live with a posture of humility, prayer, and continual reliance on God's grace.

In this message from Matthew 5, Pastor Caleb teaches through the first two Beatitudes: “Blessed are the poor in spirit” and “Blessed are those who mourn.” This sermon explores humility, dependence on God, surrender to Jesus, grief, repentance, and the comfort God brings through His presence, forgiveness, and restoration.Click here to view the episode transcript. (00:00) - Welcome and Introduction to the Beatitudes (00:44) - Understanding the Sermon on the Mount (02:10) - Why Crowds Traveled to Hear Jesus (04:35) - A Different Kind of Revolution (06:13) - The Beatitudes Must Lead Us to Jesus (07:24) - Matthew 5 and the First Two Beatitudes (07:50) - What Does Blessed Really Mean? (11:45) - Present Assurance and Future Promise (13:10) - What It Means to Be Poor in Spirit (15:52) - Solomon and the Emptiness of Life Without God (20:24) - The Kingdom of Heaven and Full Dependence on God (27:07) - Depend on God Daily, Not Just in Crisis (29:23) - Blessed Are Those Who Mourn (31:29) - Learning to Grieve in a Healthy Way (35:06) - Mourning Sin, Suffering, and What Breaks God's Heart (37:16) - God's Comfort, Forgiveness, and Restoration

Pastor Jordan Perkins Matthew 4:23-5:12 A sermon of Rocky Mountain Community Church, PCA in Billings, MT   (5/17/2026)

“The Riches of Poverty” sounds like a contradiction to the world around us. We spend our lives trying to become self-sufficient, successful, and secure. We admire people who appear strong, capable, and confident. Yet Jesus opens the Sermon on the Mount with a blessing that turns the values of this world upside down: “Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven” (Matthew 5:3).Jesus is not praising material poverty, nor is He glorifying low self-esteem. He is describing those who recognize the truth about themselves before a holy God. To be poor in spirit is to come to the end of yourself. It is to admit that you have nothing to offer God, nothing to boast in, and no righteousness of your own that could earn a place in His kingdom. Before anyone can be filled with God's grace, they must first be emptied of pride. This is the doorway into the kingdom of heaven. The person who says, “I am spiritually bankrupt,” is the very person Christ welcomes.Even more wonderful is this: Jesus Himself became poor for us. Though He was the eternal Son of God, He humbled Himself, took on our weakness, bore our sin, and was rejected in our place so that spiritually bankrupt sinners could become heirs of the kingdom of heaven.Series: The Beatitudes: Kingdom Living in a Fallen WorldScripture: Matthew 5:3Speaker: Pastor David Hallett

What does it mean to be “poor in spirit” and why is that character trait a prerequisite for inheriting the kingdom of heaven? Let's fully explore this mystery even going back to the original Greek to pull back the veil revealing hidden truths. Then, let's find out what our inheritance is and lay claim to it. This revelation is the portal leading to the other eight beatitudes spoken during the Sermon on the Mount.Ministry website: www.shreveministries.org Comparative religion website: www.thetruelight.net The “Catholic Project” website: www.toCatholicswithlove.org Video channel: www.YouTube.com/mikeshreveministries All audio-podcasts are shared in a video format on our YouTube channel. Mail: P.O. Box 4260, Cleveland, TN 37320 / Phone: 423-478-2843Get Mike Shreve's book revealing the spiritual identity of God's people: WHO AM I? Dynamic Declarations of Who You Are in ChristGet Mike Shreve's book comparing Catholicism to biblical Christianity The Beliefs of the Catholic Church, 25 Questions Comparing Doctrines, Practices and Traditions to Scripture.Mike Shreve's other podcast Revealing the True Light—a study on comparative religion themes, as well as mysterious or controversial biblical subjects: https://www.charismapodcastnetwork.com/show/revealingthetruelight

Somewhere along the way, a lot of us picked up the idea that the good life belongs to people who have it all together.Jesus disagrees. He basically says, “Congratulations… to the ones who know they don't.”This Sunday we're talking about why the beautiful life isn't built on being impressive…it's built on grace.

beatitude: BLESSEDNESS (how to be blessed)BLESSED (Makarios) = FAVORED by God; divine happinessBlessed means HAPPINESS in spite of my CIRCUMSTANCES.Matthew 5:3-10 Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted. Blessed are the meek, for they will inherit the earth. Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be filled. Blessed are the merciful, for they will be shown mercy. Blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God. Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God. Blessed are those who are persecuted because of righteousness, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.These blessed statements REVEAL where TRUE HAPPINESS is found.Matthew 5:3 NLT God blesses those who are poor and realize their need for him, for the Kingdom of Heaven is theirs.Matthew 5:3 GWT Blessed are those who recognize they are spiritually helpless. The kingdom of heaven belongs to them. Matthew 5:3 CEV God blesses those people who depend only on him. They belong to the kingdom of heaven!Poor in spirit means accepting our spiritual BANKRUPTCY and complete DEPENDENCE on Jesus' forgiveness and grace.WHAT DOES IT MEAN TO BE POOR IN SPIRIT? 1. I admit that no amount of MATERIAL WEALTH will satisfy my soul.The MORE we have, the LESS we may think we need God. The LESS we have, the EASIER it can be to acknowledge our need for God.Matthew 19:23-24 Then Jesus said to his disciples, “Truly I tell you, it is hard for someone who is rich to enter the kingdom of heaven. Again I tell you, it is easier for a camel to go through the eye of a needle than for someone who is rich to enter the kingdom of God.”2. I admit that no amount of SELF-RIGHTEOUSNESS will make me right with God.Matthew 7:22-23 MSG I can see it now—at the Final Judgment thousands strutting up to me and saying, ‘Master, we preached the Message, we bashed the demons, our super-spiritual projects had everyone talking.' And do you know what I am going to say? ‘You missed the boat. GOOD people don't go to heaven, FORGIVEN people do.Romans 3:23 for all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God,Romans 6:23 For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord.3. I admit that I am SPIRITUALLY BANKRUPT, and only JESUS can pay for my sins and make me whole.

What does it mean to be poor in spirit—and why is it the pivot of human life and history? In this episode of Faith & Family Bible Study, Steve Wood explains how the Beatitudes describe the inner life of Christ formed in the believer, not a checklist of steps. Focusing on the first Beatitude, Steve traces the root of human suffering to pride in Genesis, connects it to modern moral relativism, marriage struggles, and end-times warnings, and shows why humility before God is essential today. A timely call to dethrone the self and live fully united to Christ. For more resources, visit us online at www.BibleforCatholics.com.

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Jesus isn't looking for religious rule-keepers with their noses deep in their bibles, he is looking for followers. Followers who know they aren't good at it yet, so know they need to stick close and watch what Jesus does.  

If only “poor in spirit” would mean just "plain ol' poor"! Financially I mean. It would be a lot easier to achieve than what everyone is called to in the Beatitudes. Financial poverty is easier to achieve than spiritual poverty. It certainly would require less of me. This is worth figuring out, for the inheritance of a KINGDOM is at stake.  As the Lord allows, I am here most every day. Will you join me?https://youtu.be/TXTqPykQg3U

Christians are to be the most repenty people on the planet. We have much to be broken over. We start, and often continue in a state of offense.  The Lord loves such bent people. Why should I care? And care enough to be counted among the "POOR IN SPIRIT?" Well, there is a KINGDOM on offer; which is to say there is a King to have a relationship with. Listen if you are KINGDOM-READY.  subscribe if you are NOT kingdom-ready.https://youtu.be/HIoR4Wwq66E

The Mayor of NYC has a new tax on rich people in NYC. It, of course, will cause even more rich people to leave the city, but he doesn't care. We compare this policy with Jesus' Sermon on the Mount, "Blessed are the poor in spirit."

The Mayor of NYC has a new tax on rich people in NYC. It, of course, will cause even more rich people to leave the city, but he doesn't care. We compare this policy with Jesus' Sermon on the Mount, "Blessed are the poor in spirit."

Matthew 5:3 (Lonny Kitchell)

When Jesus sat down to preach His most famous sermon, He pronounced a series of surprising blessings. Today, R.C. Sproul introduces the Beatitudes and explains what it truly means to be blessed by God. Get R.C. Sproul's commentary on the gospel of Matthew with your donation: https://gift.renewingyourmind.org/   Live outside the U.S. and Canada? Request the Matthew commentary ebook with your donation: https://www.renewingyourmind.org/global Get 3 free months of Tabletalk, the Bible study magazine from Ligonier Ministries. Begin your risk-free trial today: https://www.trytabletalk.com/   Meet Today's Teacher:   R.C. Sproul (1939–2017) was founder of Ligonier Ministries, first minister of preaching and teaching at Saint Andrew's Chapel, first president of Reformation Bible College, and executive editor of Tabletalk magazine. Renewing Your Mind is a donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Explore all of our podcasts: https://www.ligonier.org/podcasts

"So, what does it mean to be poor in spirit? I think we could say it this way: BLESSED ARE THOSE WHO RECOGNIZE THEIR OWN SPIRITUAL BANKRUPTCY. Some people are qualified for citizenship in this new Kingdom with this new King. If you can recognize your own spiritual bankruptcy, if you can recognize how much you need a savior, then you are qualified for citizenship in this new Kingdom that Jesus is building. Now, recognizing your own spiritual bankruptcy doesn't mean that you hate yourself. It doesn't mean that you feel like you have no value. It doesn't mean that you have weak faith or a false humility. It's none of those things. What it does mean is that you recognize you are broke spiritually. Recognize you are brokenhearted. That you are captive. Recognize that you are in the darkness as a prisoner spiritually. No one can participate in this new Kingdom who has not recognized their desperate need for God and their own inability to meet that need." Ben Webb, Lead Minister

In this episode, Jesus warns those who follow him that it is difficult for the rich to enter the Kingdom of Heaven.

Fr. Joseph Dalimata, FSSP, serves as Parochial Vicar at Our Lady of Mount Carmel in Littleton (Denver), Colorado. He was ordained in May of 2021. In Today's Show: How can someone begin again and build a strong faith foundation? Is a Votive Mass of the Angels used for adults who do not have full use of reason? Why were Adam and Eve ashamed after eating the forbidden fruit? ​​Why do we use Vidi Aquam during Easter? ​​Why is Judica Me omitted from Mass during Passion Week? ​​Is an acoustic guitar, along with a piano, an acceptable instrument for a mass? Who are "the poor in spirit" whom Jesus refers to? Is Lucifer not Satan, but instead King Nebuchadnezzar? ​​Does the St. Gertrude prayer save 1000 souls out of purgatory every time you say it? Visit the show page at thestationofthecross.com/askapriest to listen live, check out the weekly lineup, listen to podcasts of past episodes, watch live video, find show resources, sign up for our mailing list of upcoming shows, and submit your question for Father!

Remember God loves you so much he sent his Son Jesus Christ to take the punishment for your sins. You are of great value. Jesus loves you and He is just a prayer away! 

Jason Tyrell is preaching from the Book of Matthew

The Holy Spirit, through Paul, says we have to be rescued from the “dominion of darkness.” Do you think you need to be rescued, or do you just need a little “polishing up?” 

When Jesus begins the Beatitudes, He speaks about being poor in spirit and those who mourn. But what is He really trying to communicate? Understanding the context and application is key to grasping the depth of these powerful statements and how they shape the way we live in the Kingdom of God.Messages, teaching and encouragement from Pneuma Life Church pastors and leaders! Pneuma Life Church is a spirit-filled and bible-based church located in Saint Johns, Florida. It's lead by Pastors Jason & Jessica Huffman. Join us live (and online) for services each Sunday at 10AM4100 Race Track Rd. (Durbin Creek Elementary) Saint Johns, FL 32259 Visit us online at: https://pneumalife.churchEmail: hello@pneuma.life 

In this multipart series, Lee Eric Fesko takes his class through Matthew chapters 5 to 7, and he discusses Jesus' Sermon on the Mount. This lecture covers Matthew 5:3–4, and was recorded on March 8, 2026, at Christ Presbyterian Church in Nashville, TN.

In the first of eight beatitudes, Jesus commends those who are poor in spirit. Is this the same as being poor? Is it wrong to have earthly wealth? What does it mean to be poor in spirit?Join me for today's Daily Word & Prayer to discover more about Jesus' upside-down blessings.Scripture Used in Today's MessageMatthew 5:3Luke 6:20To find Tom on Instagram, Facebook, TiKTok, and elsewhere, go to linktr.ee/tomthepreacher

Blessed Are the Poor In Spirit_Ben Davison_02.22.26 by Covenant Presbyterian

What does it really mean to be blessed? In this sermon on Matthew 5:1–3, we dive into the opening of Jesus' famous Sermon on the Mount and discover that the "blessed life" has nothing to do with comfort or circumstance. The Greek word makarios points to something far richer — a deep, joyful flourishing that holds steady through anything life brings. We explore what Jesus means by "poor in spirit": not self-pity or low self-esteem, but a clear-eyed awareness of our sin, our limits, and our complete dependence on God. And we look at the stunning promise attached to it — that those who come to God this way receive nothing less than life in his kingdom. Whether you're new to the Sermon on the Mount or have read it a hundred times, this message will challenge you to examine where you're placing your confidence — and what it might look like to hold your life more openly before God.

Joshua Solowey | 02.08.26 | ethoschurch.org

Opening: #567 Holy, Holy, Holy! Lord God Almighty! Psalm: Ps 146 Blessed are the poor in Spirit: The Kingdom of Heaven is theirs (Guimont) Presentation: #790 The Summons Closing: #742 The Church's One Foundation All music reproduced and streamed with permission from ONE LICENSE, license #A-723939. Organist: Sarah Sinkmars Celebrant: Father Sam and Deacon Bob McMullen Today's readings (via USCCB): bible.usccb.org/daily-bible-reading For more information, visit our parish website at MaryQueenofPeacePGH.org.

Brandon Steele | 02.01.26 | ethoschurch.org

Homily given at St. Thomas à Becket on the 4th Sunday in Ordinary Time (February 1, 2026)

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Episode 274 - Blessed Are The Poor In Spirit What if the places you feel most empty are the places God is closest? In this episode, the friars explore what it really means to be poor in spirit, not as an idea, but as the lived experience of feeling powerless, stretched, or unable to fix what hurts. They speak into the poverty we feel in our families, our vocations, our emotions, and our prayer, and how these very places become the doorway for God's coming. Advent reveals that poverty isn't a flaw to overcome but an invitation to trust, surrender, and let God be the one who fills what we cannot. It's the space where the Kingdom breaks in. Join us as we learn to stop resisting our poverty and discover God waiting for us there. The Poco a Poco podcast happens because of many generous donors, including recurring monthly donations of any amount. Thinking about helping out? You can give at https://spiritjuice.org/supportpoco. Thank you!