Peace is the fruit of mutual accord; offer it munificently to others. “Blessed are the peacemakers for they will be called the children of God.” Matthew 5:9 NIV. In these first days of a new year, look once more at the “supreme blessedness” Jesus promised to those who embrace the […]
Govern your desires and you will rightly direct your life. “Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness.” Matthew 5:6 NKJV. Life is driven by desires and appetites, not casual whims. Those desires can be oriented spiritually or will originate carnally. As early as the Garden of Eden, human […]
Comfort requires facing what wounds you in the presence of the One who heals you. “Blessed are those who mourn for they will be comforted.” Matthew 5:4 NIV. There are many experiences in life that cause pain, and emotional pain causes grief. There are many layers to the emotion of […]