BLESSED ARE THE POOR IN SPIRIT, FOR THEIRS IS the kingdom of heaven. So when you are acutely aware of your insufficiency -- rejoice! This is what being poor in spirit is all about. The world applauds self-sufficiency, and bookstores abound with volumes designed to help you reach this goal. However, this is not the way of My kingdom. I want My children to recognize and rejoice in their utter dependence on Me.
You have been saved by grace, through faith. Both grace and faith are gifts! Your part is to be receptive and responsive to these glorious gifts. The best response is gratitude -- a heart overflowing with thankfulness for all I have done. You are exceedingly blessed because the kingdom of heaven is yours. When the strain of living in this fallen world is getting you down, resist the temptation to feel sorry for yourself. Instead, say to yourself, "I am blessed and thankful -- and on my way to Glory!"
- Jesus
Scripture Insight: Matthew 5:3; Ephesians 2:8; 2 Corinthians 9:15 and Psalm 73:24
(Jesus Today / Sarah Young)
Matthew 5:3 (New King James Version) - "Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven"
ReplyDeleteEphesians 2:8 (New International Version) - "For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith -- and this not from yourselves, it is the gift of God"
2 Corinthians 9:15 (New International Version) - "Thanks be to God for his undescribable gift"
Psalm 73:24 (New King James Version) - "You will guide me with Your counsel, and afterward receive me to glory"