Now when Jesus saw the crowds, he went up on a mountainside and sat down. His disciples came to him, ² and he began to teach them. He said:

³ “Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Matthew 5:1-3

Besides being physical, emotional and intellectual, we are spiritual people.  There is a spirit within us no matter what our religious beliefs.  The poor in spirit are those who recognize that our spirituality is not dependent upon us, rather upon God.

Wealth, power and control do nothing for our spiritual lives, rather we must be “beggars before God”, knowing our own spirit is not sufficient.

But when we rely upon God, when we turn ourselves towards the Lord, our spirit is refreshed, renewed and strengthened.

As you journey through this week, recognize that you do not walk alone, for God is with you.

Peace

Pastor Bill