Jesus' Sermon on the Mount highlights eight bad situations which bring God’s blessing.

Rejoice if you are persecuted for doing the right thing!

How can we make peace between others?

What can make a wicked heart pure?

Being hurt by others provides an opportunity for mercy.

Why crave the things that will never satisfy?

Meek isn't weak.  It is the strength of gentleness.

There's something wonderful about experiencing sorrow.

The poor in spirit are so much better off than those certain of their own righteousness.