1. When Jesus saw the crowds of people there, he went up on a hill and sat down. His followers came and sat next to him.
2. Then Jesus began teaching the people. He said,
3. “Great blessings belong to those who know they are spiritually in need. God’s kingdom belongs to them.
4. Great blessings belong to those who are sad now. God will comfort them.
5. Great blessings belong to those who are humble. They will be given the land God promised.
6. Great blessings belong to those who want to do right more than anything else. God will fully satisfy them.