“Children Of God”

“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.”

Matthew 5:3-12

These were not idle, meaningless, phrases spoken to the masses, by Jesus. He who came from heaven knew well that the spoils of the kingdom of heaven would easily counterbalance whatever misery we might encounter here on earth.

We dare not discount the value of hope in future rewards. Over time, learn to respect, and even long for, the future rewards Jesus has promised.

Dark trials will be rewarded by bright crowns.

Our Daily Bread – August 21, 2009