The Power Of Influence

Matthew 5:1-16

The Beatitudes
1Now when he saw the crowds, he went up on a mountainside and sat down. His disciples came to him, 2and he began to teach them saying:
3"Blessed are the poor in spirit,
for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.
4Blessed are those who mourn,
for they will be comforted.
5Blessed are the meek,
for they will inherit the earth.
6Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness,
for they will be filled.
7Blessed are the merciful,
for they will be shown mercy.
8Blessed are the pure in heart,
for they will see God.
9Blessed are the peacemakers,
for they will be called sons of God.
10Blessed are those who are persecuted because of righteousness,
for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.

11"Blessed are you when people insult you, persecute you and falsely say all kinds of evil against you because of me. 12Rejoice and be glad, because great is your reward in heaven, for in the same way they persecuted the prophets who were before you.

Salt and Light
13"You are the salt of the earth. But if the salt loses its saltiness, how can it be made salty again? It is no longer good for anything, except to be thrown out and trampled by men.

14"You are the light of the world. A city on a hill cannot be hidden. 15Neither do people light a lamp and put it under a bowl. Instead they put it on its stand, and it gives light to everyone in the house. 16In the same way, let your light shine before men, that they may see your good deeds and praise your Father in heaven.

Reflection of Bee:

The above Beatitudes are so comforting to me as I am feeling quite tired with office politics that are going on. Tonight's devotion reminds me that I don't have to worry too much about what others do or say but just remain faithful to God's words, be the light and salt of the world (v13 & 14). Even if people try to say say all kinds of evil against me because I hold fast to God's word, I will be "blessed".

Yes, "blessed are those who mourn" (v4) for God will always comfort our heart when we cry out to Him. Thank God for always hearing my cry to Him.


Dear Lord,
Thank You for Your words of comfort and assurance. I pray that Your words will remain in my heart as I go about doing my work in my office. I pray that I will be Your light and salt all the time.
In Jesus' name I pray. Amen.