Friday, January 7, 2011

the blessings

the poor in spirit are the lucky ones!
because the kingdom of heaven is theirs.

those who mourn are the lucky ones!
because they will find comfort.

the gentle are the lucky ones!
because the earth will be given to them.

those who are hungry and thirsty to be like Christ are the lucky ones!
because they will be filled up.

those who show mercy are the lucky ones!
because God will show them mercy.

those who have pure hearts are the lucky ones!
because they will see God face to face.

those who bring peace are the lucky ones!
because they are God's children.

those who suffer for being like Christ are the lucky ones!
because the kingdom of heaven is theirs.

(the bold ones particularly stick out to me right now)