DAY EIGHTEEN – Tuesday, March 9, 2021
Matthew 5:1-12
When Jesus saw the crowds, he went up the mountain; and after he sat down, his disciples came to him. Then he began to speak, and taught them, saying:
“Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.
Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted.
Blessed are the meek, for they will inherit the earth.
Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be filled.
Blessed are the merciful, for they will receive mercy.
Blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God.
Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God.
Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness’ sake, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.
Blessed are you when people revile you and persecute you and utter all kinds of evil against you falsely on my account. Rejoice and be glad, for your reward is great in heaven, for in the same way they persecuted the prophets who were before you.”
This very familiar passage requires a great deal of examination.
We could summarize the whole thing and just say, “Listen life may be the pits down here on earth, but don’t worry things will be better when you get to heaven so just hang in there!” God is there for you!!! Trust him!
First of all things changed from the “Holy Bible,” to the “Good News Bible.” I do not see where they get the interpretation in the Good News. I can see that it could make sense: it does bring some clarity, but only if that is what you want to get easily.
I like to think that we all wrestle with issues like being aware of our lack of spirituality and confidence. We definitely struggle in our imperfect lives and want to please God and find justice and kindness. Everyone yearns for peace and works hard to make the home, the workplace or even the world a place of tranquility. In our world, many suffer from being blamed, judged or accused, etc.
We need God to get through this earthly life and he is always there to support us.
I personally think this lesson teaches us that our lives can be better right here on earth if we utilize the gifts of strength that our faith in God gives us.
Tinie Evans
Matthew 5:1-12
When Jesus saw the crowds, he went up the mountain; and after he sat down, his disciples came to him. Then he began to speak, and taught them, saying:
“Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.
Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted.
Blessed are the meek, for they will inherit the earth.
Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be filled.
Blessed are the merciful, for they will receive mercy.
Blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God.
Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God.
Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness’ sake, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.
Blessed are you when people revile you and persecute you and utter all kinds of evil against you falsely on my account. Rejoice and be glad, for your reward is great in heaven, for in the same way they persecuted the prophets who were before you.”
This very familiar passage requires a great deal of examination.
We could summarize the whole thing and just say, “Listen life may be the pits down here on earth, but don’t worry things will be better when you get to heaven so just hang in there!” God is there for you!!! Trust him!
First of all things changed from the “Holy Bible,” to the “Good News Bible.” I do not see where they get the interpretation in the Good News. I can see that it could make sense: it does bring some clarity, but only if that is what you want to get easily.
I like to think that we all wrestle with issues like being aware of our lack of spirituality and confidence. We definitely struggle in our imperfect lives and want to please God and find justice and kindness. Everyone yearns for peace and works hard to make the home, the workplace or even the world a place of tranquility. In our world, many suffer from being blamed, judged or accused, etc.
We need God to get through this earthly life and he is always there to support us.
I personally think this lesson teaches us that our lives can be better right here on earth if we utilize the gifts of strength that our faith in God gives us.
Tinie Evans
