Poor | Enough: A Series on the Beatitudes | Lance Briley - Audio
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Lance Briley explores the meaning of being 'poor in spirit' in the context of the Beatitudes and dependence on God.
What does it really mean to be "blessed"? In the opening message of our new series, **Enough: A Series on the Beatitudes**, we begin with Jesus' first declaration in the Sermon on the Mount: *"Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven."* (Matthew 5:3) In a world that tells us we need to have it all together, Jesus offers a completely different picture of the blessed life. The doorway into God's kingdom isn't self-sufficiency or spiritual achievement—it's recognizing our deep need for Him. This message explores what it means to be "poor in spirit," why dependence on God is the foundation of the Christian life, and how the Beatitudes reveal the kind of people Jesus is transforming us to become. Rather than giving us a checklist to earn God's favor, Jesus paints a portrait of the life He creates through His grace. Sunday, June 21st, 2026 Speaker: Lance Briley Series: Enough: A Series on the Beatitudes How can we pray for you? - Text “PrayFW” to 94000 Giving - https://templefw.churchcenter.com/give/ Welcome to Temple Baptist Church in Fort Worth, Texas. We exist to guide people to life change in Jesus Christ. For more information…
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