For Your Good

When Jesus saw the crowds, he went up the mountain.  He sat down and his disciples gathered around him.  Then he spoke and began to teach them:

Fortunate are those who are poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.

Fortunate are those who mourn, they shall be comforted.

Fortunate are the gentle, they shall possess the land.

Fortunate are those who hunger and thirst for justice, for they shall be satisfied.

Fortunate are the merciful, for they shall find mercy.

Fortunate are those with a pure heart, for they shall see God.

Fortunate are those who work for peace, they shall be called children of God.

Fortunate are those who are persecuted for the cause of justice, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.

Fortunate are you, when people insult you and persecute you and speak all kinds of evil against you because you are my followers.  Be glad and joyful, for a great reward is kept for you in God.  This is how this people persecuted the prophets who lived before you.

Matthew 5:1-12

"Heavenly Father, help me to always trust that You make all things in my life work together for good."

---

<<PREV | HOME | NEXT>>