3 “Blessed are the poor in spirit, for
theirs is the kingdom of heaven.
4 Blessed are those who mourn, for they
will be comforted.
5 Blessed are the meek, for they will
inherit the earth.
6 Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for
they will be filled.
7 Blessed are the merciful, for they will
be shown mercy.
8 Blessed are the pure in heart, for
they will see God.
9 Blessed are the peacemakers, for they
will be called children of God.
10 Blessed are those who are persecuted because
of righteousness, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.
We
are all in some need of recovery look at these Eight Recovery Principles based
on the Beatitudes:
Realize that you’re not God
(5:3)
Earnestly believe that God
exists (5:4)
Consciously choose (5:5)
Openly examine and confess
(5:8)
Voluntarily submit (5:6)
Evaluate all my relationships
(5:7)
Reserve daily time with God (5:9)
Yield yourself to be used by God
(5:10)
Apply Godly principles to
your everyday life. It will change you and the world around you. Amen?