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The title "Blessed of the Father" is a significant designation found within the Christian Scriptures, particularly in the context of eschatological teachings. This title is used to describe those who are favored and chosen by God to inherit the Kingdom prepared for them since the foundation of the world. It underscores the intimate relationship between the saints and God the Father, highlighting their status as recipients of divine favor and eternal blessing.

The primary biblical reference for this title is found in the Gospel of Matthew, where Jesus speaks of the final judgment. In Matthew 25:34 , Jesus says, "Then the King will say to those on His right, ‘Come, you who are blessed by My Father; inherit the kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the world.'" This passage is part of the parable of the sheep and the goats, where the "blessed" are those who have demonstrated their faith through acts of mercy and compassion, reflecting the character of Christ in their lives.

The use of the term "blessed" (Greek: εὐλογημένοι, eulogēmenoi) in this context conveys a state of happiness and divine favor. It is not merely a temporary condition but an eternal state granted by God. The phrase "of the Father" emphasizes the source of this blessing, pointing to God the Father as the one who bestows this honor upon the saints. This reflects the biblical theme of God's sovereign choice and grace in the salvation and sanctification of His people.

Throughout Scripture, the concept of being "blessed" by God is associated with receiving His promises, protection, and provision. In the Old Testament, blessings were often linked to covenantal faithfulness and obedience to God's commands. For instance, in Deuteronomy 28, blessings are promised to those who diligently obey the voice of the Lord. In the New Testament, the focus shifts to the spiritual blessings found in Christ, as seen in Ephesians 1:3 : "Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who has blessed us in Christ with every spiritual blessing in the heavenly realms."

The title "Blessed of the Father" also carries eschatological significance, as it pertains to the ultimate fulfillment of God's promises in the life to come. The saints, as the "blessed," are assured of their inheritance in the Kingdom of God, a theme that resonates with the hope of eternal life and the restoration of all things. This inheritance is not earned by human effort but is a gift of grace, prepared by God from the foundation of the world.

In summary, the title "Blessed of the Father" encapsulates the profound relationship between the saints and God, characterized by divine favor, eternal inheritance, and the fulfillment of God's redemptive plan. It serves as a reminder of the hope and assurance that believers have in Christ, as they await the consummation of God's Kingdom.

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Matthew 25:34
Then shall the King say to them on his right hand, Come, you blessed of my Father, inherit the kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the world:
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That Worthy Name.
... of that worthy Name are known to God's Saints; but there ... of some of the familiar
titles and names of that ... How these titles of our blessed Lord, what He is and ...
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Christ the Mediator of the Covenant
... Christ is the sum and quintessence of the gospel; the wonder of angels; the joy
and triumph of saints. ... There are several names and titles in Scripture ...
//christianbookshelf.org/watson/a body of divinity/2 christ the mediator of.htm

Heavenly Contemplation Exemplified, and the Whole Work Concluded.
... is love in his looks; the titles of Redeemer ... are now our different judgments,
reproachful names, divided spirits ... thou lament the sufferings of the saints or the ...
/.../the saints everlasting rest/chapter xvi heavenly contemplation exemplified.htm

The Kingly Priesthood of the Saints
... everything you like; but know that those titles will not ... thick jungle of India shall
see the saints of God ... t expect kings to put down their names for trifles. ...
/.../spurgeon/spurgeons sermons volume 1 1855/the kingly priesthood of the.htm

Letter Xcviii. From the Synod of Chalcedon to Leo.
... injunctions of the canons, he deposed that blessed shepherd of the saints at
Constantinople ... [443] One of the Latin versions adds the names and titles of the ...
/.../leo/writings of leo the great/letter xcviii from the synod.htm

Christ's Exaltation
... Thus he is exalted in his titles of honour ... glory in heaven, he is not unmindful of
his saints on earth ... Our high priest has all the names and wants of his people ...
//christianbookshelf.org/watson/a body of divinity/7 christs exaltation.htm

Fragrant Spices from the Mountains of Myrrh. "Thou Art all Fair ...
... 1. In the matter of justification, the saints are complete ... in which respect they
get many titles, otherwise unsuitable ... Jesus doth not bear your names upon His ...
/.../spurgeon/till he come/fragrant spices from the mountains.htm

Wisdom and Revelation.
... that ye may know what is the hope of His calling, and what the riches of the glory
of His inheritance in the saints, and what ... The names and titles of God ...
/.../thomas/the prayers of st paul/vii wisdom and revelation.htm

Preface
... events such as Christmas, Easter, and Saints Holidays when ... 3. All place names and
proper names have been ... been corrected.5. German section titles, omitted by ...
/.../christianbookshelf.org/emmerich/the life of the blessed virgin mary/preface.htm

Vanity of Human Glory.
... has been the happiness of many saints who have ... and skill, and perseverance, with
its proud titles of honour ... Your names will be written in Heaven, with those of ...
/.../newman/parochial and plain sermons vol viii/sermon xii vanity of human.htm