“Blessed are you
who are poor,
for the kingdom of God
is yours."
(Luke 6:20)
God sees and cares for the marginalized and suffering. His kingdom values those who are humble and reliant on Him. Like Jesus, we should be empathetic and compassionate towards those in need and use our resources and influence to support and uplift others.
We should prioritize our relationship with God and the values of His kingdom over material wealth and societal approval. Earthly comforts and accolades can lead to complacency and a false sense of security. Let us stay vigilant and focused on spiritual growth rather than worldly success.
True fulfillment and happiness come from trusting in God's provision and grace. Let us stay faithful and joyful even in the face of adversity, knowing that God will reward us.
The kingdom of God is yours, dear heart,
In humble spirit, you play your part.
With faith unyielding, pure and bright,
You walk the path, guided by His light.
Blessed are the poor, in spirit and soul,
For in their hearts, God's love makes them whole.
The meek, the mourners, those who thirst,
In God's embrace, they are immersed.
With open hands and hearts so pure,
The kingdom of God is theirs, secure.
For in His love, we find our peace,
And in His grace, our fears release.
Lord Jesus,
You proclaim that the kingdom of God is ours, a gift of grace, beyond all powers. In humility, we come before Your throne, seeking Your love, where our hearts are known.
Grant us the faith to trust in Your word, to live in Your truth, where our hearts are stirred. May we embrace the blessings You bestow, and in Your kingdom, let our spirits grow.
Help us to walk in Your light each day, guided by Your love, never to stray. For in Your kingdom, we find our home, and in Your presence, we are never alone.
Amen.
Pericope:
IV: The Ministry in Galilee
THE MISSION OF THE TWELVE / MINISTERING TO A GREAT MULTITUDE/ SERMON ON THE PLAIN
Luke 6:12-16 / 17-19 / 20-26
Gospel Acclamation
Rejoice and be glad; your reward will be great in heaven.
Gospel | Luke 6:17, 20-26
17 Jesus came down with the Twelve and stood on a stretch of level ground with a great crowd of his disciples and a large number of the people from all Judea and Jerusalem and the coastal region of Tyre and Sidon. 20 And raising his eyes toward his disciples he said: “Blessed are you who are poor, for the kingdom of God is yours. 21 Blessed are you who are now hungry, for you will be satisfied. Blessed are you who are now weeping, for you will laugh. 22 Blessed are you when people hate you, and when they exclude and insult you, and denounce your name as evil on account of the Son of Man. 23 Rejoice and leap for joy on that day!Behold, your reward will be great in heaven. For their ancestors treated the prophets in the same way. 24 But woe to you who are rich, for you have received your consolation. 25 Woe to you who are filled now, for you will be hungry. Woe to you who laugh now, for you will grieve and weep. 26 Woe to you when all speak well of you, for their ancestors treated the false prophets in this way.”
Reflection Source:
Conversation with Copilot
