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In this episode, Pastor Mike explains the powerful meaning behind Matthew 5:3: “Blessed are the poor in spirit.”
To be “poor in spirit” means recognizing your spiritual bankruptcy before God—understanding that you are a sinner in need of His mercy. Pastor Mike connects this to the story in Luke 18, where the humble tax collector cries out, “God, have mercy on me, a sinner.”
This kind of humility is the starting point of true salvation. Those who think they are already “good enough” miss it—but those who are broken and dependent on God are the ones Jesus calls blessed.
This teaching reminds us that before faith comes, there must be humility—and that God’s grace is given to those who know they need it.
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The research shows that a majority of self-identified Christians don't believe strongly in the accuracy of the Bible. Many churchgoers say there are no moral absolutes and that God accepts the worship of all religions equally. How did we get here? How did the Bible become so marginalized?
Don't be confused about the authority and authenticity of God's Word. The Bible can be trusted and is historically reliable. And here's how you can regain your confidence in it.
Request the book The Bible: A Book Like No Other by Pastor Mike Fabarez with your generous donation this month.
The research shows that a majority of self-identified Christians don't believe strongly in the accuracy of the Bible. Many churchgoers say there are no moral absolutes and that God accepts the worship of all religions equally. How did we get here? How did the Bible become so marginalized?
Don't be confused about the authority and authenticity of God's Word. The Bible can be trusted and is historically reliable. And here's how you can regain your confidence in it.
Request the book The Bible: A Book Like No Other by Pastor Mike Fabarez with your generous donation this month.
