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In this sermon from the Matthew Series, Tim Miller continues the study of the sixth beatitude: “Blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God” (Matthew 5:8). After previously considering the privilege of seeing God, this message focuses on what it means to have purity of heart. Through Psalm 24, Psalm 73, and Peter’s teaching, this sermon shows how keeping the big picture in view is essential for a pure heart. Asaph’s struggle with the prosperity of the wicked reminds us how easily our hearts can become discouraged or embittered when we lose sight of God’s eternal purposes. But in God’s presence, we are reminded that He is our strength, our portion, and our refuge forever. The message also points us to the living hope we have through the resurrection of Jesus Christ, the inheritance kept for us, and the call to set our hope completely on the grace to be revealed when Christ returns. Purity of heart is not separated from discipleship—it is shaped by hope, holiness, perseverance, and remembering that we are one day closer to seeing God. Scripture: Matthew 5:8; Psalm 24:1–6; Psalm 73; 1 Peter 1:3–16; 2 Peter 1:3–11