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Terry Johnson stresses that the Beatitudes are Jesus' handbook to
living a fuller life. This better, more contented and satisfying life is only
for the people who believe in him, because, as Terry demonstrates, the Sermon on
the Mount was preached to the disciples and not to the general population.
This blows a horrible hole in the theories of those who try to
take this collection of Jesus' teachings as a guide to more harmonious living
outside the church. God's blessings here are on his people in a special way, not
on the population as a whole. To this end Terry doesn't allow for the word
'blessed' to be translated 'happy', as it trivialises some very serious points
Jesus makes.
He explains the beatitudes, showing both what they don't mean,
and opening up what they do. His conclusions are strong, challenging, and
immensely practical.
You will be engaged in the impact of Jesus' words as you never
have before. |
