Blessed are the Peacemakers
A different way.
A different path.
A life lived,
ㅤnot for self,
But for…
Others
A life,
ㅤnot of seeking more…
More things
More experiences
More recognition
Rather…
A life of seeking,
ㅤof pursuing,
Connection.
Connection to,
ㅤrelationship with,
Others.
Connection to,
ㅤrelationship with…
Another
Relationship with One who has given all.
Relationship with One who cares for.
Relationship with One who loves.
Relationship with One who…
Blesses
One who blesses…
ㅤthe poor
ㅤthe mourning
ㅤthe meek
ㅤthe hungry and thirsty
One who blesses the…
Peacemakers
Peacemakers…
Those who bring peace.
Peace amidst contention.
Peace in spite of strife.
Bringing peace and well-being as opposed to causing…
Conflict
Peace through bringing,
ㅤthrough reflecting,
The goodness of God.
For in God is peace.
From God is love.
And loving others,
ㅤloving with his love,
Brings…
Peace
Lord, help me to love.
To love well.
Help me to love those around me.
To love with your love.
Lord, remind me of your love for me.
Fill me again with your love,
ㅤthat your love may overflow to others.
That your love may heal others.
That your love may serve others.
Lord, help me to love,
ㅤthat your love may make…
Peace
The Beatitudes: Psalming as Performance Art — written in real time, as I sat listening to a sermon preached by Pastor Todd on 3/19/23
