"Longing"

4 of 8 Beatitudes


Blessed are they who hunger and thirst for righteousness - - for they shall be satisfied.    Matthew 5:6


A continuous desire for justice and moral perfection will lead one to a fulfillment of that desire - a transition and conversion to holiness. This is true for all the virtues - if you hunger and thirst for temperance, you will head towards the goal you have in mind.  The Beatitudes is  ideal for every Christian life! In the Lord's Sermon on the Mount, it is noted - - the seven gifts of the Holy Spirit and their necessity in fulfilling the Beatitudes. For example, one must have the gift of fortitude so one may be courageous in seeking justice.



Thirst for Righteousness - - - - Longing  for God to make all things new: