06/05/2026
Matthew 5:6
“Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they shall be satisfied.”
Jesus compares our need for righteousness to our need for food and water.
Just as a hungry person longs for a meal and a thirsty person longs for a drink, followers of Jesus should deeply desire:
* A right relationship with God
* A life that pleases Him
* Justice and goodness in the world
* Growth in holiness and Christlikeness
The promise is beautiful: “they shall be satisfied.”
God never ignores a heart that genuinely seeks Him. He fills those who long for His presence, His truth, and His righteousness.
This verse is also a reminder that spiritual hunger is healthy. The more we know God, the more we want to know Him.
Simple takeaway:
What you hunger for shapes your life. When you make knowing and obeying God your greatest desire, He promises to satisfy your soul.**