Beatitudes

Living as Jesus Calls Us to Live

1. Blessed are the poor in spirit. God is with them always.

Do I ask God to guide me when I need help or comfort?

2. Blessed are those who are sad. They will be consoled.

Do I ask God to take care of me even when I am sad?

3. Blessed are the meek and gentle. They will receive what God has promised.

Do I sometimes want people to pay attention only to me?

4. Blessed are those who want everyone to be treated fairly. God will give them all they need.

Do I always try to help someone who is being made fun of or is being treated unfairly?

5. Blessed are the merciful. God will be kind and generous to them.

Do I treat the people I forgive with kindness? Do I really mean what I say when I forgive someone?

6. Bless are the pure in heart. They will see God.

Is loving God and others important to me? Am I always as loving as I can be?

7. Blessed are the peacemakers. They will be called the children of God.

Am I willing to make peace with people who want to make peace with me? Do I ever take the first step in making peace with someone?

8. Blessed are those who do what is right, even when others treat them unfairly. The kingdom of God belongs to them.

When choosing what to say or do, do I always say or do what I know is right?