Eight Woes - Part 1

There are eight blessings pronounced in Matthew 5:3-12. By contrast, there are eight woes pronounced in Matthew 23:13-36. The eight blessings promoted qualities that were not natural pleasures, but joys that were of a divine nature. However, the eight woes are very natural for many zealous religious people. The consequences are disastrous. They can only be avoided by having a sincere relationship with the Son of God.