Christian Meekness
J. Jordan. Matthew 5:5 Blessed are the meek: for they shall inherit the earth. I. A general IDEA OF THIS CHRISTIAN VIRTUE. It is not that mildness of temper which is natural to some people. This amiable disposition is manifest (1) In the closet; (2) In the family; (3) In the Church; (4) In the sanctuary; (5) In the world. II. Reasons why we should attend to the CULTIVATION of this virtue. 1. In order to be conformed to the example of the Son of God. 2. In order to refute the calumnies of the infidel. 3. In obedience to the Scriptures. III. The INHERITANCE which is connected with its possession. 1. The meek shall inherit the present earth, and be happy in it. 2. They shall inherit the new earth. (J. Jordan.) Parallel Verses KJV: Blessed are the meek: for they shall inherit the earth. WEB: Blessed are the gentle, for they shall inherit the earth.