MenuThe story summary and questions were written in a way that makes it possible to use a New Testament reference in place of the Urantia reference. A selected chapter from a 1932 book, titled Treasure-House of the Living Religions, supports a spiritual theme that is found within the story. Children will use a one page handout that includes a coloring picture.
Paper 140:3.2-11
The Urantia Book
Students may read Paper 140:3.2-11
One very important day, Jesus went up into the hills with all twelve of his disciples. They gathered around when he sat down to speak. Jesus taught them about faith, love, and happiness. One of the things he said was, “Happy are they who mourn, for they shall be comforted.” Jesus wanted his disciples to share these encouraging words with people in distress. People also say, “Blessed are those who mourn,” and it is one of the Beatitudes from the Sermon on the Mount.
Discussion Questions
When do people feel mournful? Sometimes we mourn because we feel sorry for someone else. Can you give an example? We can comfort other people, and we can turn to God for comfort. “He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds.”
It is the spirit of sincerity and sympathy
That forms the backbone of virtue.
And even a small cup of water presented
To the parched lips of a thirsty man,
Out of a heart-felt sympathy,
Brings immortal merit to the offerer. (Hinduism)
Mayest thou be most beneficent,
Like the Wise One! (Zoroastrianism)
