Blessed

When Jesus saw the crowds, he went up the mountain; and after he sat down, his disciples came to him. Then he began to speak, and taught them, saying: ‘Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. ‘Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted. ‘Blessed are the meek, for they will inherit the earth. ‘Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be filled. ‘Blessed are the merciful, for they will receive mercy. ‘Blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God. ‘Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God. ‘Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness’ sake, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Matthew 5:1-10

Loving Creator, you are among the humble

you bless the meek and the mournful

the merciful and those that are pure in heart

calling them the children of the living God.

They came to you on the mountain side

seeking a blessing and some sign of hope

you knew their need and lifted them up

as you know our needs and lift us now.

We often stray seeking our own devices

quickly fail, cursing the darkness we create

yet you are among the fallen and broken

gathering up the pieces so none are lost.

Put us back together today for your sake

make us strong so that we might serve

help us to be  compassionate peacemakers 

and let your love shine through us today. Amen.