We have trust issues. According to researchers, in most every area of our lives, our trust is diminishing. Our trust in business, government, judges and courts, our military, organized religion, even one another, is on the decline. Addressing this crisis of trust, Rachel Botsman in her book, “How to Trust and Be Trusted,” defines trust as a “confident relationship with the unknown,” a relationship she says is worth nurturing.
Jesus, in addressing a crowd on the side of a hill, invites His listeners to see the world upside-down. To consider the darkest moments in our lives to be the birthplace for an unmatched union with God. None of us go looking for these experiences. We don’t even wish them on others. But Jesus says, blessed are you when your spirit is very, very empty, for then you shall have access to the heart of God.
Then, Jesus takes our hand as He announces another upside-down truth. Blessed are those of you who have lost something or someone that you never thought you could live without. “Blessed are those who mourn, for you will, you will, be comforted.”
We all have trust issues. And it’s hard for that not to bleed over into every aspect of our life, including our relationship with Jesus. I have to wonder if what Jesus is really asking in the Beatitudes is, “do you trust Me?”
Hope to see you on Sunday as we delve a bit deeper into Trust Issues. Why not bring a friend? Jesus has really good news for ALL of us!
Gratefully,
Steve
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