Beatitudes

When Jesus sat down that day on the mount, he began talking about the Beatitudes.

Blessed are the Poor in Spirit, for theirs is the Kingdom of Heaven
Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted
Blessed are the Meek, for they shall inherit the earth
Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they shall be satisfied
Blessed are the Merciful, for they shall obtain Mercy
Blessed are the Pure in Heart, for they shall see God
Blessed are the Peacemakers, for they shall be called sons of God
Blessed are those who are persecuted for Righteousness’ sake, for theirs is the Kingdom of God

These eight Beatitudes are a map of life, a series of directives in helping us on our Journey to be with God. Every Saint has lived the Beatitudes. They teach us, guide us, and point us, right into the Kingdom of Heaven.

When Jesus said blessed are the poor in spirit, he wasn’t saying that you can’t be rich or that you have to be poor, because the r...