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Blessed Are The Meek // Pastor Brandon Hill

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Pastor Hill reveals meekness isn't weakness but 'power under control,' illustrated by a powerful stallion obedient to its master.

Pastor Brandon Hill opens the episode by introducing the 'Counter Culture' series, referencing last week's message on 'Blessed Are The Broken' from Matthew 5:4. He transitions to verse 5, focusing on 'Blessed Are The Meek.' Hill defines the Greek word for meek as 'power under control,' illustrating it with the image of a tame stallion—strong yet obedient. He emphasizes that meekness is not weakness but self-control and surrender to God's will. The sermon centers on Jesus as the perfect example of meekness, detailing his trial before Pontius Pilate where he could have called legions of angels but remained silent. Hill references Matthew 26:53 and Isaiah 53:7 to underscore Jesus's controlled response to false accusations. He discusses Jesus's crucifixion, noting how he endured mocking without retaliation, as described in Matthew 27:40-42. Hill applies this to listeners, advising them to avoid proving themselves to others and instead trust God's vindication. He explains meekness as surrendering one's power of choice to God, protecting from pride, as per Romans 12:9. The message includes practical points: meekness means surrendering power to God, it is strength that does not retaliate (citing 1 Peter 2:23), it involves trusting God's timing (referencing Psalm 37:11), and it ties obedience to inheritance from Matthew 5:5. Hill uses examples like Joseph flourishing in prison and Saul's downfall due to pride to illustrate these points. He concludes that meekness is a threat to worldly systems because it inherits rather than demands, ending with a prayer and altar call for salvation, rededication, and church partnership.

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A clear sermon on Matthew 5:5 presents meekness as disciplined strength, with John 3:30 guiding its call to surrender.

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