You’ve heard the rumors…there’s a man named Jesus, and he speaks with an authority no one has ever heard. Not only that, but they say he heals the sick! It’s not just one or two people who claim these things. Whole villages have seen it with their own eyes. It’s been generations since there was a prophet in Israel, and word has gotten around.
He’s in Galilee, your neighbor says. And they are going to see him, in hopes of seeing these miracles with their own eyes. You leave your work to join them, although you are skeptical. People claim to be prophets every day, and they end up being nothing but a disappointment.
But when you arrive, you realize…
This is no ordinary person. This is no sleight-of-hand, pretended prophet. The man before you looks as ordinary as your neighbor, but the words that come from his mouth seem to send lightning right down your spine.
The crowd is huge and you strain to see him over the teeming mass of people, but his voice carries down the hill and out over the water as you hear him say:
“Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven…”
Imagine being in Galilee when Jesus shared the beautiful words that would one day be known as the Beatitudes! In this video clip from Israel, you’ll see what the Mount of Beatitudes looks like today…and learn why it was the perfect place to reach the crowds.
The Beatitudes (Matthew 5:1-12, NIV)
Now when Jesus saw the crowds, he went up on a mountainside and sat down. His disciples came to him, 2 and he began to teach them.
He said:
3 “Blessed are the poor in spirit,
for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.
4 Blessed are those who mourn,
for they will be comforted.
5 Blessed are the meek,
for they will inherit the earth.
6 Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness,
for they will be filled.
7 Blessed are the merciful,
for they will be shown mercy.
8 Blessed are the pure in heart,
for they will see God.
9 Blessed are the peacemakers,
for they will be called children of God.
10 Blessed are those who are persecuted because of righteousness,
for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.
11 “Blessed are you when people insult you, persecute you and falsely say all kinds of evil against you because of me. 12 Rejoice and be glad,because great is your reward in heaven, for in the same way they persecuted the prophets who were before you.
I love seeing the different places in Israel, talking about where Jesus would have been.
Dr. Gentempo when are you going to do another series for us?
Blessed is He who comes on High!! Jesus I Trust In You!!
Beautiful place ….and perfect location for prayer and meditation. Its so soothing just looking at the sea of Galilee…Maybe this is why our Lord chose this place for the sermon on the mount. He knew it would be the perfect place to hear the message and meditate. Shalom.
ALL IS BEAUTIFUL !
I would so love to be there where Jesus spoke to the people, and to be able to feel his presence.
Beautiful story in a beautiful setting!
I weep..and my heart yearns..l know Him..greater is..He knows me..yet still l weep..there’s more..there has to be more..
Much appreciated post – thank you.
These are the most profound words ever spoken in the history of mankind. No ordinary prophet could have ever expressed such meaningful and true words, only the Son of God.
I would also Love to see where Jesus spoke to these people. Jesus is Lord. Thank You for letting me see this. AMEN
Blessed are those who mourn,
for they will be comforted…” How can I not thank this dear LORD who was sent 2000 years before me to bring me COMFORT. WHY did GOD not send HIM now when we have the Internet for Him to reach HIS VOICE everywhere? The answer lies that without HIS VOICE back then, the world would never reach this point of being BETTER where at least some on this earth have basic RIGHTS and CHRISTIAN AWARENESS of DUTIES to help those who cannot help themselves…. Even with all the rampant SINS exposed among the ‘PRIESTLY’ class, it is indeed time for the LAY people to be actively involved using this very medium to learn and SPREAD the GOOD NEWS to help bring back those – LOST in the sea of ‘cultural voices’ and bring them back to the LORD, to be SAVED. Truly as the Prodigals we all have a chance to RETURN to the FATHER waiting with HIS SALVATION PLAN for All.
AMEN
How do we go beyond the history and memory of this one place one time ? Every town today has some spot (hill, park) where community gathers. Think and imagine how the Gospel can be proclaimed at such a spot in each community around the world. The Sermon on the Mount repeated millions of times: Praising God by honouring Christ!
Thank You! I Love seeing videos of the Holy Land!
Glad this blessed you, Elaine! The Holy Land is so beautiful.
These videos always bless me so much. The Holy Land is on my “Bucket List”!
Victoria, it’s an experience you’ll never forget!
Watching and listening to this brought forward memories of being there when I visited Israel. It is always inspirational to see and hear about the Holy Land. Thank you.
Thank you, Gale!
Will there be another group going to the Holy Lands?
Victoria, there is some discussion about a trip in 2020. We’ll let you know here and on our Facebook page if a trip is in the works!
God always meets you where your at, and this has been what I needed at this moment of my life. Thank you for being so faithful to his calling!!! Gina ??
The Holy Land is on our bucket list. Thank you for
bringing the greatest story ever told to video.
Abundantly blessed.
Jim & Teresa
I absolutely love watching the videos of the holy land. It touches my heart. I memorized the Beatitudes in my Awanas as a child and still remember today. Would love your videos if the price ever comes down. Thanks for sharing.
I have been to the Holy Land twice and I will keep going back if given the chance, bringing more friends to experience the beyond compare spirituality that can only be felt in those holy sites.
The MOUNT OF BEATITUDES…..?….ONE of my FAVORITE beautiful places in Israel. ?
☺ Thank You for taking me back to enjoy it again!