“”Blessed are the meek, for they shall inherit the earth.” Matthew 5:5 (ESV)
What first comes to mind when you hear the word “meek”? Chances are words like “no backbone”, “submissive”, or something along those lines. However, what Jesus is preaching here about meekness is a person who has a gentle and kind spirit. Someone who is quick to forgive, does not hold a grudge, and does not repay evil for evil. It will be those who are long suffering and of a courteous disposition that will “inherit the earth”. This means that although they will still face trials and suffering in their lives, they will face it with that same quiet spirit and as a reward will be blessed by God. Do you possess these qualities? If not, pray today that God would help you to allow them to take root and begin to water these in you.
Jessica Ford
Communications Director
ALIVE Ministries USA
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