Romans 4:6-8
Even King David also spoke of the blessing experienced by the person who was considered righteous by God apart from doing good deeds.
Matthew 5:3-12
"Those persons who feel a deep sense of their personal need are blessed because the kingdom of heaven belongs to them.
Matthew 16:17
Jesus replied, "Simon, son of Jonah, you are fortunate [indeed], for this [truth] was not revealed to you by human beings but [rather] by my Father who is in heaven.
Luke 11:28
But Jesus said, "Yes, but those who listen to God's message and obey it are [more] blessed."
Acts 13:38-39
"Brothers, you should know, therefore, that forgiveness of sins is being proclaimed [to people] through this man [Jesus],
Revelation 22:14
Those who wash their robes are blessed because [then] they will have the right to [eat from] the tree of life, and will [be able to] enter the city through the gates.