Quote by Henri Nouwen

Jesus didn't say, 'Blessed are those who care for the poor.' He said, 'Blessed are we where we are poor, where we are broken.' It is there that God loves us deeply and pulls us into deeper communion with himself.

Jesus didn't say, 'Blessed are those who care for the poor.'

Summary

This quote emphasizes a different perspective on poverty and brokenness from a Christian point of view. It suggests that Jesus did not focus solely on caring for the physical and material needs of the poor but rather on the spiritual aspect of our own poverty and brokenness regardless of our social or economic standing. By recognizing and embracing our own vulnerabilities and weaknesses, we open ourselves up to experiencing God's unconditional love and a deeper connection with Him. It suggests that God uses our weaknesses to bring us closer to Him and strengthen our relationship with Him.

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By Henri Nouwen

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