Matthew 5: 3-10 (NIV)
3 Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.
4 Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted.
5 Blessed are the meek, for they will inherit the earth.
6 Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be filled.
7 Blessed are the merciful, for they will be shown mercy.
8 Blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God.
9 Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God.
10 Blessed are those who are persecuted because of righteousness, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.
These are the beatitudes or blessings taught by Jesus during his Sermon on the Mount. These comforting words teach us about the virtues of humility and righteousness.
As I read these blessings, I am struck with a simple yet powerful message from Jesus that helps to put life in perspective. This message is for all of us today, just as it was when Jesus walked the earth.
This message is about the times when we are poor in spirit, upset and discouraged about our lives. For the times when we mourn due to the loss of loved ones or relationships. For the times when we feel insecure and timid. For the times when we are treated unfairly. For the times when we feel like we can’t get a break and feel like no one cares. Blessed are those have struggles in life, but lean forward into it anyway with integrity and faith of better days ahead and knowing that Jesus walks right beside us.
We are taught to be merciful even when others are not merciful to us. We are taught to do what is right in our hearts, even though others may cheat and get a head of us in life. We are taught to be peacemakers, when there is turmoil all around us. Life is so much sweeter and will be filled with a great knowledge of purpose if only we lean into the storm knowing that as we are faithful in our trust in Him, God always has our back.
Have a blessed day and live knowing that God loves you and that’s all that really matters.
"Lean forward into your life. Begin each day as if it were on purpose." Mary Anne Radmacher
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