There is a movement to the Beatitudes; a trajectory. From poverty of spirit to persecution, to living our light for all to see. Through it, Jesus describes the spectrum of…
What is the mercy tipping point? Why doesn't a "pure heart" help us to see sin better? And what's the difference between a peacemaker and a nice person?
When Matthew gives Jesus' credentials, he lists his ancestors and draws attention to their scandalous behaviour. It really gets us off on the wrong foot. Or is that just the…