The Beatitudes

We really have only two things to do while we are alive.

Make the most out of this life

and prepare for the next !

Jesus shows us how to do both,

At the same time!

For Jesus came that we might have life,

and have it more Abundantly.

here and now. Jn. 10:10

And have Eternal life when this one ends. Jn. 10:28

The Beatitudes are the way to Abundant Life here and in the next.

Blessed are the Poor for they will not spend their life chasing after Fools Gold.
Blessed are those who Mourn, for the wounded are much wiser.
Blessed are those who are Meek, for Pride goes before a Fall.
Blessed are those who are Merciful, for they have learned from their sins and struggles.
Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for holiness, for they strive to be like God.
Blessed are the Pure in Heart, for they never lose sight of what really matters.
Blessed are the Peacemakers for they have no enemies.
Blessed are those who are persecuted for Holiness’ sake, for they have not given in to the ways of the world.

But Woe to those who are rich, for their riches are fleeting.

Woe to those who seek to fill themselves up with every physical pleasure, for they will never be satisfied.

Woe to those who live only to have a good time,

For those times always come to an end.

And Woe to those who seek the approval of others,

For they are false friends.

Those who follow the Beatitudes will have Abundant Life in this world and the next.

While Woe to those who do not.

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