Blessed

Blessed are the poor in spirit,

Who desire to be emptied of self-importance,

For theirs is the kingdom of heaven.

Blessed are they that mourn,

Who grieve all things that impede spiritual growth,

For they will be comforted.

Blessed are the meek,

Who are unwaveringly loyal and unconditionally submitted to Christ,

For they will inherit the earth.

Blessed are they who hunger and thirst for righteousness,

Whose supreme desire is to be obedient to God and know Him better,

For they will be filled.

Blessed  are the merciful,

Who forgive and give love when there is no reason to,

For they shall be shown mercy.

Blessed are the pure in heart,

Who have unmixed loyalty to God in their thoughts and emotions,

For they will see God.

Blessed are the peacemakers,

Who strive to bridge gaps and heal breaches among men and with God,

For they will be called the sons of God.

Blessed are those who are persecuted because of righteousness,

Who are mistreated for the things they believe or the life that they live,

For theirs is the kingdom of heaven.