By T.O.D. Johnston Verse 21. So also those who hunger spiritually, who realize their own sinfulness and inability to meet the requirements of God, will receive blessing. Those who mourn over their sinful condition will receive real comfort and joy. Versus 22,23. It should be considered a great privilege to be despised and persecuted because of their faithfulness to Jesus. This is proof that their fellowship with God is true and the world rejects them. Rich blessings and exceeding joy are their reward. Verses 24-26. Jesus talks to those who dont follow Him who in self righteousness and pride are only happy about their earthly possessions. They seek only their own happiness based upon material things, not aware of their own responsibility, and dependence upon God. They will hereafter only realize their spiritual darkness with hopeless sorrow. To be praised by the unbelieving world only proves that they have no relationship with God. He who attempts to live a holy life will only lead to friction with the ungodly and thus become outcasts. The life of Jesus is the best example of pleasing God. This leads to hatred, rejection, and finally death at the hands of the ungodly. The previous verses describe some of the qualifications of those who are admitted as members of His kingdom. Verses 27-45. He describes the principles of living for the subjects of His kingdom in their relations with their fellow men. He speaks to all those present, not only His disciples. Everyone is obligated to meet those standards. Verse 27. All the principles are based on love - not as merely a sentiment but as action towards even those who are worse off but even those who are hostile. The Jews regarded their neighbors as those Jews who were equal to themselves - mainly those who could return their favors. Jesus goes so far as treating even enemies with giving and good will. Verses 28-30. Here Jesus gives practical examples of how this giving, good will must be practiced towards ones enemies. We must wish and pray for blessings for those who curse and insult us. Even if treated violently, no revenge should be taken. Hatred should never be returned. Wishing what is best for the other person does include rebuking the sinner with the hope of their repentance and therefore reconciliation. The author taught from the Gospel of Luke at Paran Baptist Church on Highway 341 / Johnsonville Hwy in Lake City, South Carolina. This commentary is based on the notes he took in preparation for the lessons. He now enjoys spending his time with his family, and at his art studio on 118 Sauls St., Lake City, South Carolina. The above lesson was excerpted from his online Holy Bible Commentaries. Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=T.O.D._Johnston http://EzineArticles.com/?A-Laymans-Commentary-on-the-Gospel-of-Luke---Lesson-VII,-Part-III&id=248160 buy tramadol prescription
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