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.