Julyan has a series on the beatitudes this week on Radio Cornwall at 6.50am. I thought it might be worthwhile to host a blog to go alongside Julyan's broadcast.
A reminder of the collection of sayings that are referred to as the Beatitudes.
"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 shall inherit the earth. Blessed are those who who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they shall be satisfied. Blessed ae 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 heaven." (Matthew 5 : 3-10 Revised Standard Version)
The question I want to explore is, what are the beatitudes? are they about those who call themselves disciples or about Jesus? Are they aspirations for the followers of Jesus or are the 8 charachteristics attributes Jesus possessed? Are they the keys to the Kingdom? Are they an invitation to increasing grace and abundant life?
What do you think, I invite you to share your thoughts.
Shalom
Stephen
Monday, June 16, 2008
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