Blessed Are the Peacemakers Matthew 5:9 “Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God.” (NIV) Opening Reflection In the heat of competition, where adrenaline surges and emotions run high, conflict is inevitable. Teammates clash over playing time. Opponents trash-talk. Coaches push hard. Tempers flare in the locker room or on the field. As an athlete, you’re trained to fight—for the win, for your position, for excellence. But Jesus calls His followers t