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The Beatitudes
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Christ’s first preaching seems to have been summarized in one short but crucial sentence, like that of John the Baptist before Him: "Repent ye: for the Kingdom of heaven is at hand" (Matthew 3:2; 4:17). It is not appropriate in a brief study such as this to discuss that most interesting topic, the Kingdom of heaven—what it is and what the various periods of its development are—but these Beatitudes teach us much about those who belong to that Kingdom, and upon whom Christ pronounced its highest forms of benediction.
▶ CONTENTS
1. Introduction
2. The First Beatitude
3. The Second Beatitude
4. The Third Beatitude
5. The Fourth Beatitude
6. The Fifth Beatitude
7. The Sixth Beatitude
8. The Seventh Beatitude
9. The Eighth Beatitude
10. Conclusion: the Beatitude and Christ
11. Other Books
▶ AUTHOR
Arthur W. Pink was born in Nottingham England in 1886, and born again of the Spirit of God in 1908 at the age of 22. He studied at Moody Bible Institute in Chicago, USA, for only six weeks before beginning his pastoral work in Colorado. From there he pastored churches in California, Kentucky, and South Carolina, before moving to Sydney Australia for a brief period, preaching and teaching. In 1934, at 48 years old, he returned to his native England. He took permanent residence in Lewis, Scotland, in 1940, remaining there 12 years until his death at age 66 in 1952.
Christ’s first preaching seems to have been summarized in one short but crucial sentence, like that of John the Baptist before Him: "Repent ye: for the Kingdom of heaven is at hand" (Matthew 3:2; 4:17). It is not appropriate in a brief study such as this to discuss that most interesting topic, the Kingdom of heaven—what it is and what the various periods of its development are—but these Beatitudes teach us much about those who belong to that Kingdom, and upon whom Christ pronounced its highest forms of benediction.
▶ CONTENTS
1. Introduction
2. The First Beatitude
3. The Second Beatitude
4. The Third Beatitude
5. The Fourth Beatitude
6. The Fifth Beatitude
7. The Sixth Beatitude
8. The Seventh Beatitude
9. The Eighth Beatitude
10. Conclusion: the Beatitude and Christ
11. Other Books
▶ AUTHOR
Arthur W. Pink was born in Nottingham England in 1886, and born again of the Spirit of God in 1908 at the age of 22. He studied at Moody Bible Institute in Chicago, USA, for only six weeks before beginning his pastoral work in Colorado. From there he pastored churches in California, Kentucky, and South Carolina, before moving to Sydney Australia for a brief period, preaching and teaching. In 1934, at 48 years old, he returned to his native England. He took permanent residence in Lewis, Scotland, in 1940, remaining there 12 years until his death at age 66 in 1952.
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About the author
Arthur W. Pink
660 books305 followersArthur Walkington Pink was born in Nottingham, England on April 1, 1886 and became a Christian in his early 20s. Though born to Christian parents, prior to conversion he migrated into a Theosophical society (an occult gnostic group popular in England during that time), and quickly rose in prominence within their ranks. His conversion came from his father's patient admonitions from Scripture. It was Proverbs 14:12, 'there is a way which seems right to a man, but its end is the way of death,' which particularly struck his heart and compelled him to renounce Theosophy and follow Jesus.
Desiring to grow in knowledge of the Bible, Pink migrated to the United States to study at Moody Bible Institute. In 1916 he married Vera E. Russell, from Kentucky. However, he left after just two months for Colorado, then California, then Britain. From 1925 to 1928 he served in Australia, including as pastor of two congregations from 1926 to 1928, when he returned to England, and to the United States the following year. He eventually pastored churches Colorado, California, Kentucky and South Carolina.
In 1922 he started a monthly magazine entitled Studies in Scriptures which circulated among English-speaking Christians worldwide, though only to a relatively small circulation list of around 1,000.
In 1934 Pink returned to England, and within a few years turned his Christian service to writing books and pamphlets. Pink died in Stornoway, Scotland on July 15, 1952. The cause of death was anemia.
After Pink's death, his works were republished by the Banner of Truth Trust and reached a much wider audience as a result. Biographer Iain Murray observes of Pink, "the widespread circulation of his writings after his death made him one of the most influential evangelical authors in the second half of the twentieth century." His writing sparked a revival of expository preaching and focused readers' hearts on biblical living.
Desiring to grow in knowledge of the Bible, Pink migrated to the United States to study at Moody Bible Institute. In 1916 he married Vera E. Russell, from Kentucky. However, he left after just two months for Colorado, then California, then Britain. From 1925 to 1928 he served in Australia, including as pastor of two congregations from 1926 to 1928, when he returned to England, and to the United States the following year. He eventually pastored churches Colorado, California, Kentucky and South Carolina.
In 1922 he started a monthly magazine entitled Studies in Scriptures which circulated among English-speaking Christians worldwide, though only to a relatively small circulation list of around 1,000.
In 1934 Pink returned to England, and within a few years turned his Christian service to writing books and pamphlets. Pink died in Stornoway, Scotland on July 15, 1952. The cause of death was anemia.
After Pink's death, his works were republished by the Banner of Truth Trust and reached a much wider audience as a result. Biographer Iain Murray observes of Pink, "the widespread circulation of his writings after his death made him one of the most influential evangelical authors in the second half of the twentieth century." His writing sparked a revival of expository preaching and focused readers' hearts on biblical living.
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January 21, 2016
Well put together with lots of scripture references for almost every point made. concise and to the point. Good challenging read for any professing Christian. pink is a classic. may God challenge everyone who reads it
August 14, 2020
Read based on reading various writings of L. Tolstoy who makes reference to AW Pink writings and others. As Tolstoy became a firm believer in the teachings of Christ's on the sermon on the mount, (SOM). In that context wanted to read some of Tolstoy's sources and the influence they had on his perspective such that the Russian Orthodox Church excommunicated from the church. I get it and now I further understand how the state attempted to censor him in writing Resurrection. Where are the Pink and Tolstoy of today that having me pondering the church position in society today and fully teaching the Word? Where are we and self in this journey in relationship to the SOM? A worthy read to give a backward look in Pink's and Tolstoy's time which sets what is in place today. Evangelical or what?
May 2, 2023
I Love the Beatitudes
I enjoyed reading The Beatitudes. If you want to learn about the Beatitudes, this is a great book to read. There is a great deal to ponder in each Beatitude, and this is one book out of many that gives you food for thought. I recommend this book to anyone and everyone who wants to become closer to our Lord and to live a Godly life and become closer to our Lord.
I enjoyed reading The Beatitudes. If you want to learn about the Beatitudes, this is a great book to read. There is a great deal to ponder in each Beatitude, and this is one book out of many that gives you food for thought. I recommend this book to anyone and everyone who wants to become closer to our Lord and to live a Godly life and become closer to our Lord.
April 18, 2019
I’ve been a tad obsessed with the Sermon on the Mount the last several months. I particularly have enjoyed the beatitudes. I have heard of Pink but never read him. It was okay. A bit dated. Not sure I agree with some of his ideas. But I did enjoy the conclusion where he shows how Jesus embodied all the beatitudes with his human life on earth.
December 7, 2024
The Beatitudes: The Christian
Mr. Pink shows that the beatitudes ARE the Christian. The first four are the workings of the Holy Spirit in awakening the believer to their spiritual bankruptcy. The last four are the life of the believer after conversion. Mr. Pink then shows that Christ is the epitome of the Beatitudes.
Mr. Pink shows that the beatitudes ARE the Christian. The first four are the workings of the Holy Spirit in awakening the believer to their spiritual bankruptcy. The last four are the life of the believer after conversion. Mr. Pink then shows that Christ is the epitome of the Beatitudes.
October 23, 2018
Interesting
The book offers a different perspective on the Beatitudes. He interprets them more as stepping stones in the development of Christian character, not as separate character traits. I am not sure I am convinced but he does a good job at explaining himself.
The book offers a different perspective on the Beatitudes. He interprets them more as stepping stones in the development of Christian character, not as separate character traits. I am not sure I am convinced but he does a good job at explaining himself.
February 23, 2019
Joyful, yet humbling
A W Pink, as usual provides brilliant commentary of God's word. The author unfolds the Beatitudes in a way that exposes the richness of God's word to His children. Comforting believers as nothing else can in this sin cursed and fallen world.
A W Pink, as usual provides brilliant commentary of God's word. The author unfolds the Beatitudes in a way that exposes the richness of God's word to His children. Comforting believers as nothing else can in this sin cursed and fallen world.
September 8, 2017
If you enjoy reading writings on Christian theology then A.W. Pink should be one of your authors
August 11, 2018
Luis Diaz
A saved by Grace perspective on the Beatitudes. Blessed indeed are they that have had their eyes opened and are able to see their need.
A saved by Grace perspective on the Beatitudes. Blessed indeed are they that have had their eyes opened and are able to see their need.
August 21, 2018
This is a good book
I was blessed by reading this book and I believe you will be also. Buy it and read it. Thanks
I was blessed by reading this book and I believe you will be also. Buy it and read it. Thanks
July 29, 2019
I am looking at Beatitudes in a new way
The author highlighted how the Beatitudes represent the progression of our human experience from depravity to salvation to living life in Christ.
The author highlighted how the Beatitudes represent the progression of our human experience from depravity to salvation to living life in Christ.
August 30, 2020
Powerful Study
The author taught me a lot about what the church doesn't teach concerning the Beatitudes & how to apply each to one's own life.
The author taught me a lot about what the church doesn't teach concerning the Beatitudes & how to apply each to one's own life.
October 17, 2020
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October 28, 2020
A very quick read. This text is A.W. Pink's exposition of Matthew 5:1-12. Pink offers up many good lessons and the Christian will be edified by reading.
January 31, 2022
Arthur Pink does an excellent job of relaying to the true Word of God, not what people want to hear but what we all need to hear.
October 18, 2024
The Beatitudes “describe the character and conduct of a Christian.” Short, but good.
February 7, 2025
I would certainly give this book a 4 1/2. This book doesn’t excellent job of explaining the theological backing of the Beatitudes. At 55 and 30+ years as a Christian, I had no clue about the real meeting and depth. This book has encouraged me to continue to study the Beatitudes. Now it’s time for a second read through of the book.
January 16, 2020
Finally, a short concise meditation...
Finally, a short concise meditation on Jesus short concise statement. Loved it. I travel to the Holy Land all the time and stand where Jesus spoke the Beatitude. This little book is going with me next time.
Finally, a short concise meditation on Jesus short concise statement. Loved it. I travel to the Holy Land all the time and stand where Jesus spoke the Beatitude. This little book is going with me next time.
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