“Peacemakers” Beatitudes Coloring Page

Jesus began the Sermon on the Mount with what are called “The Beatitudes.” As a whole, The Beatitudes help us understand the nature of God’s kingdom and challenge us to live as kingdom citizens. You can read an article about The Beatitudes on the site. Each of the beatitudes points to some aspect of the kingdom that God’s people should pursue.

The Jews prided themselves on being Yahweh’s children. But the Jews of Jesus’ day would have expected such a relationship with God to manifest itself in political and military victory over Israel’s enemies. With Rome in control, war would be the only solution, but Jesus turns things upside down. “Israel, to identify with your God as His ‘sons’ (v. 9), you must seek peace, for that is the true way of the kingdom.” This is not to suggest that war is never justified in a fallen world. Rather, it speaks to the nature of God’s kingdom and the methods used to expand it. God’s kingdom is not like the kingdoms of the world.

This “Peacemakers” Beatitudes Coloring Page will help remind kids that God’s people will be peacemakers.

See other activities related to The Beatitudes. You can also see a list of the types of free, printable Bible activities we provide on the site.

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