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The Beatitudes
The Beatitudes are a map of
life, a series of directives helping us on our journey back to God. They are simply
stated, but profound in meaning. They guide. They point. They teach the values of Christ.
Those same values can bring us all into the Kingdom of God after our journey on this earth
is over.
Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of
heaven.
Blessed are the meek, for they shall possess the
earth.
Blessed are they who mourn, for they shall be comforted.
Blessed are they who hunger and thirst for
justice, for they shall be satisfied.
Blessed are the merciful, for they shall obtain mercy.
Blessed are the clean of heart, for they shall see God.
Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called
children of God.
Blessed are they who suffer persecution for
justice' sake, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.
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