Blessings: Jesus redefines what it means to be blessed. Jesus calls his followers salt and light.
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If I said “There’s a blessed person,” who would you expect to see? Someone in good circumstances? Good health, good money, easy life?
This week we met some people in need of blessings. Jesus healed their bodies, but he also gave each one a bigger blessing. He reconnected each person to God and their friends and community.
Today Jesus says blessings don’t depend on your health or good circumstances. Jesus showed us, and now tells us, that God blesses hurting people, people who choose God. Choosing to show mercy or to make peace is blessed. And when we choose to bless people, we are like salt and light.
Which of these blessings means the most to you today?
Week 1: Blessings