Blessed are they……

Matthew 5:1-12 In these words and phrases we learn how to care for people.   The Eight Beatitudes form the core of the Christian life. As Fr. John A. Hardon, S.J., writes in his Modern Catholic Dictionary, they are the “promises of happiness made by Christ to those who faithfully accept his teaching and followContinue reading “Blessed are they……”

Scripture Pieces

Matthew 5:6-10 spoke to me in my morning bible study.  It is half of the Beatitudes (the beginning focus on humility, mourners and the meek and lowly).  It continues on to “those who are happy.” The entire book of Matthew seems to be a guide — how to live a life that is pleasing toContinue reading “Scripture Pieces”