The Daily Fountain Devotional of the Church Of Nigeria (Anglican Communion) 1 February 2026
Daily Fountain Devotional 1 February 2026 THURSDAY TOPIC: The Blessed of the Lord
SCRIPTURE READING: Matthew 5:1-12
The Beatitudes are the first part of a series of teachings by Jesus found in Matthew 5:1-7:29. They are 8 key attitudes expected of every true disciple of Christ. The associated rewards are also given. For example, the attitude of being humble is essential to having the kingdom of God, while penitence is rewarded by divine comfort.
Verse 5 and Psalm 37:1 indicate that the meek shall inherit the earth. Further, those who hunger and thirst for righteousness shall be filled, while the merciful shall be shown mercy. Verses 8-9 declare that the pure in heart shall see God, and the peacemaker shall be called a child of God. Verses 10-12 present the blessings for those who are persecuted or falsely accused for the sake of Christ. Rather than give in or deny Christ, such a person should be exceedingly glad because of the expected heavenly reward.
Let each of these beatitudes serve as a measure of your relationship with God and your preparedness to see and live with Him forever. Do you hunger and thirst for righteousness? Are you pure in heart? Do you fall short of God’s expectations going by these measures, pray and ask God to help you.
PRAYER: Oh Lord, help me to grow in these attitudes.