Blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God (Matthew 5:8)
We all know people who we would say are "pure in heart", those gentle and generous souls who inspire our better angels. I think of my mother. I think of former parishioners, John and Liz Kovac. I think of Glenn and Alva Combs from here at Bethel. Among many, many others.
The thing is, we all have our "pure in heart" moments. It happens when we are able to find moments of reconciliation, forgiveness, redemption, mercy, promise, etc. in our lives. And if you think about it, you have these moments more often than not.
We tend to focus on our most difficult moments and experiences. Still, the thing that I believe the "pure in heart" have in spades is an ability to see God in the midst of our most difficult moments and experiences.
As you live your life know and trust the witness of the "pure in heart" people in your life, those who see God's presence, comfort, and grace amidst the struggles and stress of life. Because the thing about the "pure in heart" is not that they are perfect, far from it. But they exhibit a faith maturity that catalyzes hope in their life and the lives of others.
We are blessed to have been given such models in our life.
God of hope, help us to be "pure in heart" so that we can inspire others to see you. Amen.
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