Quote by Barbara Brown Taylor

With so much effort being poured into church growth, so much press being given to the benefits of faith, and so much flexing of religious muscle in the public square, the poor in spirit have no one but Jesus to call them blessed anymore.

With so much effort being poured into church growth, so much

Summary

This quote suggests that amidst the focus on church expansion, the promotion of the advantages of faith, and the display of religious power in society, the individuals who are impoverished in spirit, or those who are truly humble and seeking spiritual guidance, are often overlooked. The quote implies that only Jesus, with his teachings and compassion, remains as the source of blessings and solace for those who feel spiritually deprived in a world consumed by religious showmanship.

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By Barbara Brown Taylor

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