 When Jesus saw the crowds, he went up the mountain, and after he sat down, his disciples came to him. Then he began to speak and taught them, saying, Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be filled. This is the word of God for the people of God. Thanks be to God. Now, let's prepare our hearts and minds for this message based upon God's word through prayer. Pray with me, would you?