Sunday Scripture

"Blessed are the poor in spirit,
for theirs is the kingdom of
heaven.
Blessed are those who mourn,
for they will be comforted.
Blessed are the meek, 
for they will inherit the earth.
Blessed are those who hunger 
and thirst for righteousness,
for they will be filled. 
Blessed are the merciful,
for they will be shown mercy.
Blessed are the pure in heart,
for they will see God.
Blessed are the peacemakers
for they will be called sons
of God. 
Blessed are those who are
persecuted because of
righteousness,
for theirs is the kingdom of
heaven. 
Blessed are you when people insult you, 
persecute you and falsely say all
kinds of evil again you because of me.
Rejoice and be glad, because great is your
reward in heaven, for in the same way they
persecuted the prophets who were before you.
Matthew 5: 3 - 12 ( NIV)