ABCN Wednesday Night Bible Study - September 30, 2026 - 7:00 PM

Main message: The pastor urged believers to adopt kingdom attitudes (the Beatitudes) and live as faithful citizens of God's kingdom — humble, unified, joyful, and led by the Holy Spirit — so they can remain blessed regardless of circumstances. He encouraged spiritual renewal, rejoicing in the Lord, and trusting God through grief, conflict, and daily trials.

Key points:

• Exposition of the Beatitudes (Matthew 5): poor in spirit (humility/refill the empty cup), those who mourn, the meek (strength under control), hungering for righteousness (integrity), merciful, pure in heart, peacemakers, and the persecuted — all describe kingdom attitudes and promised blessings.
• Kingdom citizenship (Philippians 2): be likeminded, humble, avoid strife and vain glory, esteem others, do all without murmuring so the church may be blameless.
• Rejoice always (Philippians): cultivate a continual joy and gratitude to God regardless of external circumstances; "rejoice in the Lord always."
• Practical spiritual disciplines: remember past deliverances, "think on these things," let the Holy Spirit guide you ("anointed intelligence" vs. worldly/A.I. focus), and let your light shine.
• Handling grief and trial: recognize God’s sovereignty, accept new mercies each day, and trust that the soul remains safe and blessed even amid physical hardship.

Scriptures mentioned: Matthew 5, Philippians 2, Philippians 3, Philippians 4