Beatitudes of Engagement (Matthew 5:1-12)

The Merciful:
“[those] who come to the aid of others” —
St. Augustine

“[those] who are not only prepared to put up with their own troubles but who also take on other people’s troubles.” — John Calvin

“The Gospel Merciful are the understanding; those who under-stand; those who put themselves under others to support them.” — Frederick Dale Bruner