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Recently, I experienced a test of humility in the work place. All this time, I thought I was ready for anything. But when I was confronted by somebody in a manner that could surely wound a soul, I just died. I kept my cool for the whole day as I struggled to show a straight face to everyone. By the end of the day, I broke down and cried my heart out to my office mates. I just felt the outpouring of love and support from Rey, Abigael, Daisy, Sharon, Chiqui, Manny and Jun. That was reason enough for me to decide to take it stride. Later that evening, my boss called me and said in the plainest of words: “Be humble, Orms! For those who are humbled may get poetic justice in the end.” I am not a perfect person. I have my own shortcomings but I do strive to be a good person – friendly to all, fair in my dealings, glorifying God. Am I a better person after this? I am. But life’s learnings does not stop here. It’s a never ending process. Just bring it on.
In the meantime, let me share to you these beatitudes. Jesus shared this during his sermon at the mount. If you’re feeling downtrodden, this should perk you up like it did me. Read on, faithful readers…
Blessed are the poor in spirit,
for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.
Blessed are they who mourn,
for they shall be comforted.
Blessed are the meek,
for they shall inherit the earth.
Blessed are they who hunger and thirst for righteousness,
for they shall be satisfied.
Blessed are the merciful,
for they shall obtain mercy.
Blessed are the pure of heart,
for they shall see God.
Blessed are the peacemakers,
for they shall be called children of God.
Blessed are they who are persecuted for the sake of righteousness,
for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.”
~ Gospel of St. Matthew 5:3-10 ~
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Tags: Beatitudes of Jesus, God is good all the time., grace of humility, Sermon in the Mount
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January 30th, 2010 at 11:05 AM
Those who are humble, those who are meek, those who are the last, are the ones that will be first lifted up!
January 30th, 2010 at 11:21 AM
amen to that, sheng! rampa lang ta ani pirmi…hehehehehe!
January 30th, 2010 at 12:06 PM
I’m not one that you can call religious but this blog post hit a nerve.
Enlightening post, Orman. I’m glad I have friends like you because you enrich people like me with your wisdom.
January 30th, 2010 at 12:27 PM
Remember what Kuya Metex always say to us, members of the PREX Music Ministry?
“MATAM-IS ANG MAGPAHI-UBOS.”
What you just experienced is a clear manifestation of God’s love to you. He made you experienced what you just did to let you know that when one feels helpless, He sends His angels (your friends & family) to rally on to you and get you back on your feet again.
God is always good to you!
Now, tell me, sino itong umaway sa iyo at titirahin ko?
January 31st, 2010 at 12:16 AM
AMEN to that God is Good…
January 31st, 2010 at 12:53 AM
Just what I needed Sir Orman.
January 31st, 2010 at 1:39 AM
God is good all the time.. *hugs*
January 31st, 2010 at 6:42 PM
@RainCindy — amen to that, cidz!
January 31st, 2010 at 6:44 PM
@Psyche — ang importante buo pa rin ang self-respect natin and bahala na si Lord sa kanila… mwah!
January 31st, 2010 at 6:46 PM
@Lyle — di naman tayo perfect lyle kaya di talaga tayo pwedeng magmalaki… kaya smile na lang ever.