Tuesday, August 25th: In this episode of The Daily Grind, John unpacks one of the most surprising promises in the Beatitudes: “Blessed are the meek, for they will inherit the earth.” He explores what Jesus’ words meant in their original Jewish context, showing how “earth” can also be translated as “land,” a word tied to God’s covenant promise throughout Scripture. For Jesus’ first-century audience, the land symbolized God’s blessing and presence, but Roman rule made that promise feel out of reach. Many turned to groups like the Zealots, who believed violent force could reclaim the land. Against this backdrop, Jesus announced that it is not the powerful or violent who would inherit God’s promise, but the meek—those who surrender their strength to God’s Spirit. John clarifies that meekness is not weakness but power under God’s control, like a wild horse trained to serve its rider. He highlights how Jesus’ words directly counter the temptation to use political power, anger, or coercion to achieve God’s purposes. Instead, the way of Christ is the way of peace, gentleness, and trust in God’s Spirit. The episode closes with practical steps for living meekness in today’s divided world and the hope that one day the meek will inherit the fullness of God’s kingdom.
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