"Blessed are the poor in spirit: for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.
Blessed are they that mourn: for they shall be comforted.
Blessed are the meek: for they shall inherit the earth.
Blessed are they which do hunger and thirst after righteousness: for they shall be filled.
Blessed are the merciful: for they shall obtain mercy.
Blessed are the pure in heart: for they shall see God.
Blessed are the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God.
Blessed are they which are persecuted for righteousness' sake: for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.
Blessed are ye, when men shall revile you, and persecute you, and shall say all manner of evil against you falsely, for my sake."

                            -Matthew 5:3-11 

Having just read the beatitudes, I decided that this portion of Scripture would make an excellent series. I'll be  covering each of them in a series of 8 posts (combining verses 10 & 11), and expound on both the responsibilities as well as the promises we are given through Christ's teaching here.

I'm really excited about this series, and I'm anxious to see how God ministers to each of us as we dig deeper into His Word and seek to know Him better. I hope that you'll enjoy it!

However, this series will not begin until the 17th. While I do plan on sticking to a daily format for this blog, I feel that taking a short, 1 week, break from posting would be in my best interest. Coming up with a devotion every day is not always easy, and I can use this time to regain my thoughts and refresh myself in the Lord. If you really have a hankering to read something encouraging, I'm sure you'll be able to find something in my archives.

Until then, may God bless you and draw you closer to Him.