Daily Devotions

 “Do not presume that I came to abolish the Law or the Prophets; I did not come to abolish, but to fulfill. For truly I say to you, until heaven…

“Your light must shine before people in such a way that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father who is in heaven” (Matthew 5:16). Our Lord is…

“You are the light of the world. A city set on a hill cannot be hidden; nor do people light a lamp and put it under a basket, but on…

“You are the salt of the earth; but if the salt has become tasteless, how can it be made salty again? It is no longer good for anything, except to…

“Blessed are you when people insult you and persecute you, and falsely say all kinds of evil against you because of me.  Rejoice and be glad, for your reward in…

“Blessed are those who have been persecuted for the sake of righteousness, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven” (Matthew 5:10). Christianity has always been under hostility.  True faith is…

“Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called sons of God” (Matthew 5:9). For those who follow the way of the world, there is hatred.  Those who follow the…

“Blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God” (Matthew 5:8). There are those in whom there is no guile.  I confess that I am unable to understand…

“Blessed are the merciful, for they will receive mercy” (Matthew 5:7). Give to others even when they do not deserve what you give.  Do not seek retribution but seek to…

“Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be satisfied” (Matthew 5:6). There are many things that are decent and good, but reasonable people know that…