Biblical Text

“Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted.” (Matthew 5.4, NRSV)

Reflection Video

For the video with the reflection on Matthew 5.4 click here.

Questions

• How do people expect you to react to the death of a loved one? In what ways are these expectations healthy or unhealthy?
• Make a list of things about which you are sorrowful. Why do these things cause you sorrow? What would you say must be done to remedy these situations? Who should do it?
• Think of people who have comforted you in the past. How familiar with grief do you think they are or were? How does this challenge or confirm the reflection?