Join us this week as we learn more on how to be peacemakers! Our anchor passage is Matthew 5:8-12. Q: Where and when do you see more evidence that more people are living ticked during current societal crises? Read Matthew 5:8-12—Three More Postures Internally genuine. I pursue authentic, real deal integrity. Peace-FULL. I intentionally work toward proactive reconciling. Persecuted for right living, like Jesus. But I choose to rejoice. Q2: Which of these postures most challenges current cultural vibe right now? Where might you see the biggest need for application of one or more of these right now? What kind of difference could it make? 5 important steps toward getting along better Take stock of your own attempts at being happy and blessed. Choose to view life’s storms as portals to Jesus-like character. Admit you need Jesus’ love, forgiveness, and gracious reign. Make choices to be different than everybody else. Commit to living peaceably now. Keep eternal rewards in view. Q3: How will you implement one or more of these steps in the coming week? Get Ready for Next Week Read Matthew 5:13-16. Ponder the implications for your own relationships this week. Meditate and seek to apply one or two key insights.