The Beatitudes - A Video Series
Jesus' Manifesto for Peace: The Beatitudes
Those who commit acts of violence often have manifestos. Explore Jesus’ radical manifesto for peace with Pastor Janet in her 4- 5 minute reflections on each of the beatitudes for peacemaking , posted on this page and on our new YouTube channel, found here.
The Beatitudes:
An Overview
Blessed are the Poor in Spirit
those who are desperate for God
Blessed are Those who Mourn
those who weep Jesus’ tears for the suffering of the world
Blessed are the Meek
those who practice non-violence in body, word and mind
Blessed are Those who Hunger and Thirst for Righteousness
those who are starving for justice
Blessed are the Merciful
those who practice forgiving 70 x 7
Blessed are the Pure in Heart
those who constantly work on confessing the sins of fear, apathy, greed and pride
Blessed are the Peacemakers
those who build bridges across the divides of politics, race and religion
Blessed are the Persecuted
those who carry the sorrow and the joy of the world
Blessed are the Salt and Light of the World
those who are Jesus’ instruments of peace