God wants us all to have a Blessed Life. As a man who has lived a full and adventurous life, I share that Jesus' teachings on how to acquire a Blessed Life are true.

1. A for You
Rick Bruderick 6Jan17
All of Christianity is summed up in 2 Laws: Love God; and Love your Neighbor as yourself.
Jesus, God in the flesh, our Maker and Savior, told us to be selfless. But He blesses us.
He knows what motivates us. He knows what makes us happy. He knows how to bless us.
Is the way to a a secret? No, not anymore. Jesus taught clearly and directly.
What are the Beatitudes all about? You. If YOU want a , then live this way.
A can be had by anyone. But most don’t get it because of wrong motives.
You think winning is a blessing? Wrong! But running life’s race to win will bless you.
You think lots of money is a blessing? Wrong! But giving money to the poor will bless you.
You think having power is a blessing? Wrong! But serving others will bless you.
You think having total freedom is a blessing? Wrong! But obeying Jesus will bless you.
You think living for yourself will bless you? Wrong! But living for others will bless you.
How do I personally know these teachings of Jesus are totally true?
I’ve lived the Christian life for over 40 years.
I was raised a farm boy, earned college degrees, and been ordained into ministry.
I’ve married a wonderful woman (and stayed married), and raised two beautiful children.
I’ve worked for low pay as a missionary and high pay as an engineer and manager.
I’ve been a pastor, an overseas missionary and a medical relief worker, by God’s grace.
Of all this, what 1 Event has my the most? I’ve never been as full of joy in the
very presence of God as I was during the 3 weeks I spent in the Philippines, at my own
expense, helping others give medical relief and the Gospel to people hurt by Typhoon
Yolanda. This event proved that obeying Jesus’ words will truly give a .