"The Pure in Heart"

The John Knox Presbyterian Church Podcast · Jul 5, 2026 · 20m

Jimmy McPherson - Matthew 5:8 In this message from Matthew 5:8, we explore one of Jesus' most profound promises by tracing it through the story of Scripture — from Psalm 24's question, "Who shall ascend the hill of the Lord?" to Revelation's breathtaking promise that God's people "will see his face." What does it mean to be "pure in heart"? Is Jesus describing moral perfection or something deeper? Discover how Christ transforms divided hearts into wholehearted devotion, why integrity matters in the life of faith, and why the greatest gift God offers is not merely heaven, but God himself…