Category: Beatitudes
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BLESSED ARE THER POOR IN SPIRIT
Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven (Matthew 5:3) When we meditate on this first Beatitude, we tend to focus on the word ‘poor’ associating it with physical poverty. But is there some kind of righteousness in being poor unless it is willingly embraced for the higher glory of…
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BLESSED ARE THOSE WHO MOURN
Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted (Matthew 5:4) As we journey through life we all encounter trials and events which produce pain or sorrow in the very deep core of our being. Sometimes, the pain is so strong that it becomes almost unbearable. And yet, our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ…
