17. Jesus went down the mountain with them and stood on a level place. A large crowd of his disciples was there. A large number of other people were there too. They came from all over Judea, including Jerusalem. They also came from the coast of Tyre and Sidon.
18. They had all come to hear Jesus and to be healed of their sicknesses. People who were troubled by evil spirits were made well.
19. Everyone tried to touch Jesus. Power was coming from him and healing them all.
20. Jesus looked at his disciples. He said to them, "Blessed are you who are needy. God's kingdom belongs to you.
21. Blessed are you who are hungry now. You will be satisfied. Blessed are you who are sad now. You will laugh.