Study Scripture with John Stott

The beatitudes reveal to us eight qualities that bring God's blessing: meekness and mercy, poorness in spirit and purity of heart, mourning and hunger, peacemaking and persecution. Jesus highlighted these to offer both encouragement and instruction on living distinctly as his followers in a world with values much different from God's. As we study these qualities and integrate them into our lives, we will receive the blessing Jesus promised to his followers then and now.

John Stott was one of the world's leading and most-loved Bible teachers and preachers. In this newly updated Bible study guide you can explore Scripture under his guidance, enhancing your own in-depth study withinsights gained from his years of immersion in God's Word.



John R. W. Stott (1921–2011) was known worldwide as a preacher, evangelist, and communicator of Scripture. For many years he served as rector of All Souls Church in London. A leader among evangelicals in Britain, the United States, and around the world, Stott was a principal framer of the landmark Lausanne Covenant (1974). His connections in and heart for the global church led him to found Langham Partnership. Langham continues its work today, equipping key leaders to preach God's Word clearly, faithfully, and relevantly in over 140 countries. Stott's many books, including Basic Christianity and The Cross of Christ, have sold millions of copies.



Dale Larsen has written more than forty books and Bible studies with his wife, Sandy, including Growing Older and Wiser in the LifeGuide Bible Studies series.



Sandy Larsen has written more than forty books and Bible studies with her husband, Dale, including Growing Older and Wiser in the LifeGuide Bible Studies series.



Introducing the Beatitudes



1. Putting Our Trust in God - Matthew 5:3; Revelation 3:17-22



2. Repenting of Our Sins - Matthew 5:4; Romans 7:21-25



3. Learning Gentleness - Matthew 5:5; Psalm 37:1-11



4. Becoming Righteous - Matthew 5:6; Romans 9:30-10:4



5. Showing Mercy - Matthew 5:7; Matthew 18:21-35



6. Growing More Holy - Matthew 5:8; Psalm 24:1-6



7. Making Peace - Matthew 5:9; Ephesians 2:11-22



8. Rejoicing Through Persecution - Matthew 5:10-12; Acts 5:17-42



Guidelines for Leaders