0068. 65. Blessed Ones

65. Blessed Ones The word “blessed” in the following passages means “happy.” The soul of happiness may be summarised as contentment, peace, and joy. The blessed or happy ones are those:

1. “Whose robes are washed in the Blood of the Lamb” (Revelation 22:14, R.V.).

2. Whose iniquities are forgiven through God’s grace—Romans 4:7, Romans 4:8.

3. Who obey Christ’s Word to minister to others—John 13:17.

4. Who endure temptation by getting the victory—James 1:12.

5. Who give of their substance rather than receive—Acts 20:35.

6. Who have not seen Christ, and yet believe in Him—John 20:29.

7. Who fulfil the conditions embodied in the twelve Blesseds of Christ found in Matthew’s Gospel—Matthew 5:3-11; Matthew 11:6; Matthew 13:16; Matthew 24:46,