“Whoever does [these commandments] and teaches them will be called great in the Kingdom of heaven.” Matthew 5:19b “First be reconciled to your brother or sister.” Matthew 5:24 Facing the Day: Greatness is measured by loving relationships not by fame … Continue reading
“Let you light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father in heaven.” Matthew 5:16 “The influence we are to have on others by living the Jesus Creed comes through good … Continue reading
“You are the salt of the earth.” “You are the light of the world.” Matthew 5:13, 14 “Religion that is pure and undefiled before God, the Father, is this: to care for orphans and widows in their distress, and to … Continue reading
“Jesus’ tattered kingdom included those who came hoping for a handout, those who were depressed by death and destruction, those whom everybody considered nobodies, those for whom life was all about doing what was right, those who saw needs in … Continue reading
McKnight now turns to the “Sermon on the Mount” and believes, “…the Sermon on the Mount expresses a discipleship fired by love for God and love for others.” (p 77) If we remember anything about the Jesus Creed this statement … Continue reading
“Blessed are the poor.’ Matthew 5:3 “Blessed are the merciful, for they will be receive mercy.” Matthew 5:7 Facing the Day: Embrace the diversity of those who respond to the needs of others in the name of God. … Continue reading
Here is a question for today – “Jesus touched those in need with the hands of grace. How might we touch others with the hands of Jesus?” (p 74)
How can we – “Listen with the ears of Jesus – Look with eyes of Jesus – Link with the hands of Jesus.” (pp 72 – 73)
“If a brother or sister is naked and lacks daily food, and one of you says to them, ‘Go in peace; keep warm and eat your fill,’ and yet you do not support their bodily needs, what is the good … Continue reading
“Let us not forget the church is a hospital for sinners, not a haven for the already perfect.” (p 66)