Monthly Archives: November 2016

Blessed are those who are persecuted because of righteousness, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Matthew 5:10 How can I put this into familiar language?  Let me try.  “People whose motives and acts are approved by God suffer persecution.  … Continue reading →

This scene caught my eye as the sun was setting, turning the grey smoke from my little brassier to a soft yellow.  I just stood and took it in.  God creates, we find.  I didn’t realize how beautiful evening smoke … Continue reading →

 Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God.  Matthew 5:9 I am now reading the latest book on Napoleon, huge and thoroughly detailed.  Napoleon was a warrior.  He gained prominence in France by his military skills.  … Continue reading →

Blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God. Matthew 5:8 I am finding that many phrases or words in the Beatitudes are quite strange.  Here is yet another, “pure in heart.”  Pure means clean, unsullied by any … Continue reading →

Ten days ago these leaves were green, lovely green.  Then things changed as the days grew shorter which we call Fall.  Now they are crimson red, photographed here as the sun was setting.  My heart soars when I see such … Continue reading →

Blessed are the merciful, for they will be shown mercy. Matthew 5:7 Mercy is unearned grace.  We do not deserve it, but we gladly receive it – freely.  My mother tried to instill this into me.  Dad would agree with … Continue reading →

Anna Ruth brought home the most fantastic cauliflower.  Here are two heads.  She made a batch of four colors – all delicious to palate and eyes!  This set apart our Friday noon family meal as special, to me.

Blessed are the meek, for they will inherit the earth. Matthew 5:5 Really? We hardly hear the word “meek” any more. Therefore, it is necessary, as we ponder the meaning of Jesus’ startling statement, to understand its meaning to discern … Continue reading →