In this sermon on Matthew 5:7–8, Stephen Davey explains that true happiness is found in a life marked by mercy and purity—qualities that reveal a transformed heart. Mercy is not a way to earn God’s favor but evidence that we have already received His mercy, demonstrated through compassion, forgiveness, and meeting the needs of others. At the same time, purity of heart reflects an internal devotion to God, where the mind, emotions, and will are continually aligned with Him. Davey emphasizes that while the world values power and hidden sin, Jesus teaches that those who extend mercy and pursue holiness experience real joy, spiritual clarity, and an ongoing awareness of God’s presence in their lives.
Happy Are the Helpful and Holy
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