Introduction

this is a little book of meditations on the blessings of Jesus.

To begin to understand them we need to be poor in spirit: we need to be aware of our sad state and utter dependence on the Lord. These blessings are for spiritual 'babes and sucklings' rather than for the seemingly wise and prudent.

They will hardly be understood by those who seekly worldly prestige, or personal distinction. How can the meek inherit the earth? Or how can those who are reviled and persecuted rejoice and be exceeding glad?

Before any of these blessings can be received there must be room for them. How many of us have room? The inn at Bethlehem had no room for Jesus. To prepare room, and to receive some of these blessings is to enter into a new experience of happiness.

Each chapter is followed by a page of Quotations for meditation and a blank space for the reader's notes.