As we continue our series "The Jesus Sermon", Benjamin Jay Thomas leads us by taking a look at the third Beatitude, "Blessed are the meek, for they will inherit the earth". We see what true meekness looks like and how this countercultural value can bring us closer to God.

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Question for contemplation and conversation:

• How do you define “meekness” in your own words, and how does this differ from what society often values?
• How are you using your position of power?
• In what ways do you find it challenging to practice meekness in your everyday life, especially in moments of conflict or disagreement?
• How might embracing a posture of meekness change the way we engage in difficult conversations, whether online, at work, or within our families?

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