Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Matthew 5:3
“Beggars lived [in the days of Jesus] in a state of absolute dependence on the graciousness and generosity of others. “Poor in Spirit” means “beggarly in spirit,” and describes someone who is keenly aware that he [or she] is spiritually destitute and must rely entirely on the grace of God for salvation.”
Charles Quarrels in Sermon on the Mount: Restoring Christ’s Message to the Modern Church (Nashville: B & H Academic, 2011) 43
As a beggar relies on the graciousness and generosity of others, let us declare our dependence on God today. God, help us remain keenly aware of our need for You each and every day. Amen.