Matthew 5 - The Beattitudes
They are called the beattitudes because they are forms of mentality that we as Christians should assume, thus called "Be - Attitudes".

"Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the Kingdom of Heaven."
They poor in spirit are those who recognize that they cannot exist alone, thus being poor in spirit. These people realize their need for God, and the Kingdom of Heaven is given to them.

"Blessed are the meek, for they will inherit the earth."
The meek are those who are humble, or the "strong but silent". Being humble enough to not assume you are humble yourself, the earth is his.

"Blessed are the merciful, for they will be shown mercy"
If you show mercy before judgement, God will do the same to you. So do that unto others first, and you will be shown mercy.

Matthew 5:3-11 is probably the part of the Bible that I like the most. So much can be learnt from it.

Anyway, Elina's going off end January! So many people going overseas to study, then Moses will be leaving in Feb. The farewell picnic is on the 25th Jan at botanical gardens, be there!
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