The first line from the most famous sermon Jesus ever preached says this: Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of God Matthew 5:3 We, like the world, often live as though the opposite is true. We believe, and often act, as though it is the
Citizens of Heaven
The “sermon on the mount” starts with a list of descriptions of those who are citizens of Heaven. The characteristics and benefits of citizens in God’s Kingdom is really impressive. The Benefits of a Citizen of Heaven They are no mere citizens of a democratic country, but fellow-possessors of a