Sermon on the Mount: The BeatitudesSample

Day 4:

Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted. - Matthew 5:4

Mourning over personal sin

Mourning over personal sin is a profound expression of recognizing the gravity of our brokenness before God. It is an act of spiritual awareness where we see sin for what it truly is: a separation from the holiness of God and a distortion of the life He intends for us. In Matthew 5:4, Jesus says, “Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted.” This mourning isn’t just sorrow over the consequences of sin but a deep, heartfelt grief over how sin wounds our relationship with God.

When we mourn our sins, we are moved to repentance. We understand that sin harms us and those around us and grieves God’s heart. This mourning leads us to confess our sins, not out of guilt or shame alone but out of a sincere desire to be restored in fellowship with God. Proper mourning over sin creates a humble heart that recognizes the need for God’s mercy and forgiveness.

This sorrow is not without hope. God promises comfort to those who mourn. His forgiveness and grace bring healing and restoration, lifting the burden of guilt and renewing our spirits. Mourning over sin draws us closer to God, where we find the comfort of His unfailing love.

Prayer focus:

Repenting and mourning over personal areas of brokenness.