Posts with the tag “buildingonjesus”

Jesus begins His most famous sermon with words that sound completely backwards to our modern ears: "Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven" (Matthew 5:3 NLT). In a culture that celebrates self-made success and independence, why would Jesus start with poverty of spirit? This opening beatitude challenges everything we think we know about blessing and sets the foundation ...  Read More

January 1st. The day we all collectively decide to “reinvent” ourselves. The confetti has fallen, and we stand before the fresh, shiny calendar of a new year. It’s the perfect time to shed bad habits, embrace self-improvement, and start a whole new chapter in life—or at least that’s the plan.But if we’re being honest, those resolutions often look like the half-eaten salad in the fridge—a vague pro...  Read More