Daily Wisdom: Matthew 5:3

Friday, September 21, 2007

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Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.
— Matthew 5:3

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What do you do when you don't feel like you have anything to offer? Tom Norvell reminds us to listen to God when we feel like we have nothing to offer, and if we do, we will realize that is enough.
The Blessing of the Powerless
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What blessing can there be in powerlessness? Life is full of events that make us feel and actually be powerless, but that is exactly where God can work in our life the most.
Our Weakness, God's Power
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They laugh because they have given up hope, and hope born anew is always funny before it is real.
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Illustration of Matthew 5:3 — Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.

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