“You’re blessed when you’re content with just who you are—no more, no less. That’s the moment you find yourselves proud owners of everything that can’t be bought. Matthew 5:5 (the Message)
Blessed are the meek, for they will inherit the earth. Mathew 5:5 (NIV)
I found it very interesting when I compared these two translations of Matthew 5:5 from the famous Sermon on the Mount. The word meek is translated as content with who you are, in The Message version.
I find that to be a fascinating look at the word meekness. I still consider the word meek to mean power under control. That shows self-discipline, and control of the power that we have within us. I do like, however, the translation content with who you are. This indicates a strong sense of self-awareness. People who know who they are can be content, recognizing that they do not need to be what others think or say what they are, or should be.
I often tell my clients, “wherever you go, there you are”. By this I mean, you take your full self into every situation, and you have what you need to get through. Being aware of these traits, strengths (and weaknesses) and owning them, gives us great freedom.
Prayer: Father, thank you for the wisdom of the words of Jesus, Amen
Reflections of a Counselor 