Monday Lunch Bible Study –27 October 2014 – Redifer 12:10 – 1 pm
Been thinking you’d like to make time for Bible Study? Well, bring your lunch and come join the conversation about this coming Sunday’s gospel reading! We meet in Redifer (round tables near the windows – check facebook around noon for the exact location), come by! Can’t make it? Check out the readings and reflections below. Post or email your thoughts!
Matthew 5
When Jesus saw the crowds, he went up the mountain; and after he sat down, his disciples came to him. 2Then he began to speak, and taught them, saying: 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 receive 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 for righteousness’ sake, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. 11“Blessed are you when people revile you and persecute you and utter all kinds of evil against you falsely on my account 12Rejoice and be glad, for your reward is great in heaven, for in the same way they persecuted the prophets who were before you.
Reflection
What does Jesus means when he calls these folks “blessed?”
When do you feel most blessed?
Which of these verses most touch your heart?
What kind of community is Jesus gathering?
Who is considered “blessed” in our culture?