"The Blesseds": The Meek

Blessed are the meek, for they will inherit the earth.
Matthew 5:5

We tend to think of meekness as a negative trait. We equate it with someone who is cast down or trodden on. At best we may use it to describe someone who is unusually quiet or shy. But, meekness to God is not a weak, down-trodden individual, but rather someone who, by their own strength of will has chosen to devote themselves to God's plan. In this "blessed", Jesus is emphasizing the importance of a humble, contrite spirit that acknowledges its dependence on God, and chooses not to assert its own control. He is advocating an attitude of quiet reflection towards our Creator-- waiting on Him to speak and not being quick to demand from Him.

But the meek will inherit the land and enjoy peace and prosperity.Psalm 37:11

Jesus was probably quoting from this Psalm when he made His declaration to the meek.
God promises that those with a meek spirit will inherit the earth. Most likely, He is referring to the "new earth", the coming kingdom of God. The Psalmist is also promising much to the meek. In addition to the land or "earth", those with a quiet spirit will enjoy the peace that comes from acknowledging God's control, and the prosperity of His will actively at work in their lives.

On that day you, Jerusalem, will not be put to shame for all the wrongs you have done to me, because I will remove from you your arrogant boasters. Never again will you be haughty on my holy hill. But I will leave within you the meek and humble.The remnant of Israel will trust in the name of the Lord.Zephaniah 3:11-12

This passage from Zephaniah emphasizes God's favor of the meek and his detestation of the proud. He promises to remove all those who would boast in their own strength, their own power, their own self-made righteousness and leave only those who are humble and contrite in heart-- those who acknowledge their need for God and His power in their lives; those who realize that, apart from Him, they can do no good; and those who are waiting on the fulfillment of His promises.

Are you meekly walking through infertility? Is your spirit quietly waiting or does it rage and pound at the door of your heart, demanding an answer for its disappointments? Develop an attitude of meekness before God and He has promised you the peace and prosperity that you really desire.