Description 

Main Point: Jesus revealed his heart for mankind in the Beatitudes.

Synopsis:

• The eight elements of the Beatitudes (See below) are superimposed in a beautiful script font over gritty scenes of impoverishment.
• Images are presented in an aesthetically pleasing way—with gold tones and set to inspiring instrumental music.
• Images include: lonely children, fires, endless dump areas, and a single cross in the desert.
• Beautifully presented—displaying the heart of God for the least among us.

Application:

• Jesus cares about the weary, the lost, the hurting, and disenfranchised.
• The Lord wants us to have a heart for the things that concern Him.

Suggested Uses:

• Appropriate for missions convention or mission service
• Also appropriate for meditation before evangelistic message

Biblical Reference:

• Matthew 5:3-12 Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Blessed are they who mourn, for they shall be comforted. Blessed are the meek,
  for they shall possess the earth. Blessed are they who hunger and thirst for justice,
  for they shall be satisfied. Blessed are the merciful, for they shall obtain mercy. Blessed are the pure of heart, for they shall see God. Blessed are the peacemakers,
  for they shall be called sons of God. Blessed are they who suffer persecution for justice sake, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.