The 7 Deadly Sins - Constantine Zalalas

Jesus’ Power Point Presentation

 

1. Blessed, are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the Kingdom of Heaven.

We must overcome our pride and become humble. Learn to not to put our priority in the pleasure we derive from the material things of this world but aim for a life of virtue. Gregory of Nyssa says the one who is poor of spirit is He who is given the riches of the soul in exchange for material wealth, who is poor for the sake of the spirit. He has shaken off earthly riches like a burden so that he may be lightly lifted into the air and be borne upwards…


2. Blessed are the meek for they shall inherit the earth.

To become meek we need to develop self-discipline so we can control our passions and remain calm even in the face of wrath. This requires the humility gained from the first Beatitude.


3. Blessed are they that mourn, for they shall be comforted.

We are to mourn after the Goodness we do not yet know, the joy of eternal life with God. This gives us the desire to seek to perfect ourselves. As we mourn for what we do not yet have, God will comfort us and help us to become worthy.


4. Blessed are they that hunger and thirst after justice, for they shall have their fill.

The justice we must hunger for is our salvation, which is available equally to all. This requires a keen discernment of God’s will coupled with the discipline to act on it instead of our earthly passions. We hunger for all the virtues.


5. Blessed are the merciful, for they shall obtain mercy.

To become merciful we need to have a voluntary sorrow that joins itself to the suffering of others. Our own mercy may come at the time of our Final Judgment.


6. Blessed are the clean of heart, for they shall see God.

When we purify our heart from all evil thoughts, we find the inner light of God within. Gregory says, you wash off by a good life the filth that has been stuck on your heart like plaster, the Divine Beauty will again shine forth in you. With a pure heart we are able to choose what is virtuous and the light which is within will shine brightly becoming a beacon of goodness for others.


7. Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called sons of God.

Peace is essential for a good life. A peacemaker is one who gives peace to others. This involves having a loving disposition to others. To become a peacemaker, we must first have peace within ourselves and a clean heart. Saint Gregory says, I think that man is called a peacemaker par excellence who pacifies perfectly the discord between flesh and spirit in himself and the war that is inherent in nature, so that the law of the body no longer wars against the law of the mind, but is subjected to the higher rule and becomes a servant of the Divine ordinance.


8. Blessed are they that suffer persecution for justice' sake, for theirs is the Kingdom of Heaven.

Once mastering the above, we will be able to endure pain and suffering from those who persecute us for upholding God’s goodness. This leads us to a greater Goodness. God’s grace will transform us and give us strength in such situations helping us see the wisdom in what is not visible. The martyrs of the Church give us vivid examples of this.

Jesus’ cv !!!!

CURRICULUM VITAE :JESUS CHRIST


Hello! My name is Jesus Christ. I have sent you my CV because I am seeking to apply for the top executive position in your heart. Please examine my credentials as cited below.

QUALIFICATONS


I have created the earth and the Heavens ( Proverbs 3, 19)
I have created man from earth ( Genesis 2, 7)
I have given him the breath of life (Genesis 2, 7)
I have redeemed him from the curse of the law ( Galatians 3, 13)

POSITIONS HELD


I have had only one employer,(Luke 2, 49)
I have received only the greatest of recommendations ( Matthew 3, 15-17)

SKILLS AND WORK EXPERIENCE


Some of my skills and work experience include: assisting the poor, healing the ailing, restoring sight to the blind
I am an excellent Counsel ( Isaiah 9,06)
But the most important is that I have the authority, the ability and the power to cleanse you from your sins. ( John 1, 7-9)

STUDIES


They cover the breadth and length of all knowledge, wisdom and cognition ( Proverbs 2, 6)
I can even reveal all the secrets buried in your heart ( Psalms 44, 21)


SIGNIFICANT ACHIEVEMENTS


I was actively involved in the mightiest Conference of all Times (Genesis 1, 29)

REFERENCES

All my followers and faithful throughout the world will attest to the healings, the divine intervention, the miracles as well as to their deliverance, their transformation and the supernatural guidance they have received from me.
Now that you have come to the end of my CV, I am certain that I am the only candidate possessing the necessary credentials to fill the position in your heart. When can I begin? Now is the proper time (Hebrews 3, 15).

The abbreviation of A.S.A.P.

Ever wonder about the abbreviation of

A.S.A.P.

As Soon As Possible
Generally we think in terms of even more
hurry and stress in our lives. If we
think of this abbreviation in a different
manner, we may begin to find a new way
to deal with those rough days along the way



…………………
Always Say A Prayer
There’s work to do, deadlines to meet.
you’ve got no time to spare.
But as you hurry and scurry…
A.S.A.P.
…………………
Always Say A Prayer
In the midst of family chaos,
“quality time” is rare.
Do your best; let God do the rest…
ASAP
…………………
Always Say A Prayer
It may seem like your worries
are more than you can bear.
Slow down and take a breather…
ASAP
…………………
Always Say A Prayer
God knows how stressful life can be
and wants to ease our cares.
He’ll respond to all your needs…
ASAP
…………………
Always Say A Prayer
Today I’m saying a little prayer
that God will send a smile to you
and send you special blessings
through everything you have to do
A.S.A.P.

You missed my call this morning .........

I was looking at you when you woke up this morning. I was expecting you to tell me one or two things, thanking me for everything that was happening to you, asking for my assistance for whatever you were about to do today.

I realized that you were very busy trying to find what to wear for work. I was hoping that you would find a few moments to tell me ‘good morning’!

But you were very busy. To help you see that I was near you, I had created the colorful sky and the songs of the birds. What a pity! You didn’t even notice my presence, not even then.

I was looking at you being in a hurry for work and was again waiting for you. I suspected that because you were busy you didn’t have time to say a few words to Me, even then.

When you returned from work, I saw how tired you were and how stressed and sent you some rain to relieve you from the day’s stress. I thought that by making this favor to you, you would remember Me.

Instead, being tired, you swore at Me. I so much wished that you would have wanted to talk to Me.

Still the day was not over yet. You switched on the TV and watched your favorite program. I was waiting. Then you had dinner with your loved ones and once again you didn’t remember Me.

Seeing you so exhausted, I understood your need for silence and turned off the sky’s brilliance so you could get some rest, but I didn’t turn the sky into a dark pitch. I turned on innumerable stars for you. They were so beautiful… it’s a pity you didn’t see them… never mind!

Do you really realize that I am here for you; I have more patience that you can ever imagine. I want to demonstrate this, so that you tell those around you.I love you so much that I am putting up with you.

Any moment now, you will wake up again. All I can do is to love you and hope that today at least you will give me some of your time…

Your loving Father

The Lord of Infinite Love.