The Blessing | Aotearoa/New Zealand Churches join together to sing "The Blessing"

Inspired by the many other “The Blessing” virtual choir videos that have gone before us, we - The Church of Aotearoa/New Zealand - have added our voices to the “voice” of the global Church to sing God’s words of His blessing over our nation and all people everywhere.
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Aotearoa - Māori name for New Zealand, literally “land of the long white cloud”.
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PRODUCTION:
Grant Norsworthy, www.MoreThanMusicMentor.com - Producer
Brooke Norsworthy - Co-producer
Mat Alexander, www.cannedmedia.net - Principal Video Editor
John Boyd - Audio Production/Editing/Mix Engineer
Jonny Higgins, www.JonnyHiggins.com - Audio Production/Editing
Vivek Gabriel, Gabriel Audio - Audio Mastering
Mark Millard & Tim Smith, BigBigProductions.com - Additional Video Editing
Jared Oliver, Salvation Army - Brass Arrangement
Shaymas Carroll - audio/video tech for Salvation Army Brass
Jed Bensemann, jedidiahstudios.com - Vocal Notation
Gayann Phillips, NZ Christian Network & Pray As One - Promo, Support
Birgit West - Admin
David Tapene Snr, Te Haahi Mihingare - Te Reo (verse 3) arrangement
Josh Couch, Christian Broadcasting Association - Te Pihopatanga O Te Tai Tokerau video
Rick Stokes, 7th Sense Studio - Maori Instrument Audio Tech
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INSTRUMENTALISTS:
Sean Delany & Callum O’Leary, Te Āwhina Marae - Traditional Māori Instruments
Jed Benseman, Jedidiah Studious - piano
Tim Wells - drums & tracking
John Boyd - bass guitar & additional electric guitars
Shane Cammell - nylon string guitar
Jared Oliver - bass trombone
Landon Smith & Logan Bracegirdle - cornet
Sarah Carroll & Kimberley Bracegirdle - euphonium
NEW ZEALAND SIGN LANGUAGE:
Jenn Gilbert
Miriam Fisher
VOCALISTS:
Opening Karanga - Kerira Tapene
Closing Karakia - David Tapene Snr
CHOIR:
Adam Freeman
Adarsh Pagolu
Adele Ash
Adrian Robertson
Alana Ramsay
Alex Gonzales
Alfred Tong
Alyssia & Natara Cochran
Andy & Ariana Marr
Andy Banks
Andy Campbell
Anna Logue
Antonia Robinson
Aseteria Tofilau
Ataylia White
Avril Greybe
Bazi Baker
Becky Howie
Brooke & Casper Norsworthy
Brooklyn Engelken
Bryce Perrett
Caleb Moody
Caroline Harvey
Chloe Williams
Chris Cope
Chris & Bonita Hobby
David Lyle Morris
Delwyne Fejos
Donald Goodhall
Elim Porirua Men's Group
Elisabeth & Isabel Cammell
Elizabeth Yeoh
Emily Muli
Emma Carr
Emma Jackson
Fliss Herschell
Gayann Phillips
Geneva Wilson
Georgia Allen
Gina Gilbreath
Glennis Boyd
Grant Norsworthy
Greer Bell
Hannah Landreth
Heather Packett
Helen Dennis
Hiraina Whaanhga Raika
Hye Rim Lee
Ian Pahina
Innessa & Erica Wing
Isaac Williams
Jacqueline Watts
Jadon Miller
James Bowater
Jamie Harris
Jared Soh
Jasmine Speight
Jeana Young
Jenny Mespel
Jeremy Ross
Jeremy Vargo
Jess Horne
Jess Powell
Jessica Bond
Jo Cheyne
Jo Pegler
Joanna & Renee Molyneux
John McNeil
Josh Jones
Josh Lee
Josh Tagaloa
Joy Bevins
Joy Maralit
Juliagrace
Julianne Diprose
Kathy Patel
Katie Johnston
Kelsey Tay
Kerry Harrington
Kim MacDonald
Laura Boyd
Lauren Prentice
Lea Warwick
Libby Huirua
Lily Rench
Maddie Stone
Marcus Norsworthy
Mark Josue
Mark Millard
Marree Jurgeleit
Mary Beattie
Max Norsworthy
May Clulee
Meiema Neal
Melanie White
Melody Cooper
Metitilani Alo
Michael Doody
Monica Bayldon
Natalie Te Paa
Nate Hutchison
Nathan Burtenshaw
Nathan King
Nelson Cathedral Choir - Bishop Stephen Maina Mwangi, Hannah Georgie & Caroline Astridge, Rebecca Bruning, Simon Booth, Melanie & Michaela Caruthers, Barbara Gordon, Mike & Patsy Hawke, John Foes Lamb, Verena Petzold, Laura Tremblay
Nigel Tongs
Nikki Kerrisk
Olivia Campbell
Ollie Clarke
Patruzka Dizon-Ferrer
Peta Forrest
Petaia Fata
Petrina Chisholm
Phil Joel
Phil Parkes
Porirua Elim Men's Group - Blaise Brown, Nige Heywood, Derek Woods, David Andrews, Karl Smith & Gregg Fraser
Rachel Anderson-Evans
Renee Molyneux
Rhiannon Peters
Rick Stokes
Rob & Kerri Lake
Robyn Hall
Rosie Devery
Roxette Ogotau
Russell Pickersgill-Brown
Ruth Pahina
Sam Burrows
Samantha Kelleher
Sandy Cheetham
Sarah Badenhorst
“The Sations" - Rachel Wilson & Wolfie, Dominic & Laura Schryvers
Selena Thomson
Serena Kelly
Shaanah Valdez
“The Shades” - Ipu Laga’aia, Manase Latu, Samson Setu, Taka Vuni
Sharee Harkness
Sophie Adams
“Souvenirs Worship” - Jamie Rodwell & Tom Fields
Stephanie Sullivan
Steve & Ainsley Apirana
Stu Lawn
Suhanya "Suki" Green
Susan Holt
Suzanne Hatch
Tamara Standeven
“Te Pihopatanga O Te Tai Tokerau" - Bishop Kito, David Tapene Snr, Lewis Tapene, Keri-Ann Hokianga, Rowena Dunn, Rev Arthur Hokianga, Rev Te Hauoterangi Karaka
Tessa Werner
Tim Pavis
Tony Aspden
Trina Pellow
Wayne Huirua
Yemi Ehalaiye
Yeni Freeman
“The Blessing” Words & Music by Chris Brown, Cody Carnes, Kari Jobe & Steven Furtick.(© 2020 Capitol CMG Paragon, Kari Jobe Carnes Music, Worship Together Music, Writer’s Roof Publishing, Music by Elevation Worship Publishing)
“THE BLESSING | Aotearoa/New Zealand” video & audio recordings © 2020 Team Tasman Music. Te Reo Māori translation of Numbers 6 : 24-26 from Paipera Tapu & adjusted by David Tapene Snr.

[@xuhao7208721]

Love so many Christians fellas in NZ. My spirit is touched. God is with us NZ!

[@spmoran4703]

I live on opposite side of the Earth from this in the British isles . I find this very beautiful . That from one end of the earth to the other Christ is praised .Amen

[@peterashworth1264]

This moved me. I am a kiwi living in California, and have been struggling with my faith the past few years. But watching this I truly felt the presence and the love of God. Whoever put this together (Grant), ...thank you.

[@grantnorsworthy]

Thanks for your kind words Peter. You are very welcome. It was a team effort! I pray that you would know more of God's reality and love for you.

[@PearsHoney]

You are loved.

[@dustythebay]

I have been searching for this, and the lord has blessed me to find it again after all those years...

[@teehache7643]

I cry every time I hear this version. So beautiful, so touching & yet so powerful. God is Great!! Kiwi love & blessings from Oz.

[@debrathessen638]

One day we will sing and glorify our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ together! Bless you all my brother & sisters in Christ from United States❤🌿⚘

[@suckfuldodger]

those 4 tokos who all sung together, I could listen to them for days.

[@arohap6041]

Am I like the only Māori who just loves our beautiful Karanga, it always gave me goosebumps as a kid when our Kuia or Aunties always did one before entering the marae. Their voices were so beautifully haunting and powerful. I really do miss going to our whanau marae and just chilling out with the cousins and playing games like tag or singing waiata. I don’t miss doing the never ending dishes though. Been living in Australia too long ( nearing 15 years ), I sometimes forget how different it was being brought up as a kid back home in Aotearoa. Playing out on the street with the neighbor hood tamariki. No such things as cellphones, Ipads, Laptop, computer. There was tv though but we only use to watch like Mulan and The Lion King type of movies. I remember always waking my parents up in the middle of the night just to get them to rewind the those old time tapes for me so I can watch it again

[@antz5731]

Those are the good old days...cherish them ,embrace them🙏blessings

[@turei7059]

Nah youre not the only Maori who loves it 😀

[@rosebud1493]

This is hands down the best version. I am moved.

[@rosebud1493]

I haven't even been for me. But of Father God is for me who am I to say otherwise.

[@catherinewells119]

I'm not Maori, but the language is what makes this song so beautiful. I cry every time I hear this song, it just rises up, its such a prayer. I especially love the part at the end with the Maori man speaking his prayer. I'm also sure you're not alone in your love of this song. Arohanui 🥰

[@isabellasophiaava-leighhar5045]

To be honest, this is the best ever version, you know why? Because everyone from Aotearoa is singing it wholeheartedly and it makes a huge move and impact on us. I’m not really a believer, but now I want to know more about Jesus and I know he wants to save me for I surrender to him right this minute. Thank you, New Zealand for you have been a blessing to my life. You’re the only country in the globe that’s making a huge difference! ❤️ Thanks from Toronto, Canada! God Bless 😊

[@tamzinwalker9484]

❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@axelfoley1768]

May God bless you Isabella. Matthew chapter 28 (KJV) ¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯ ¹⁸ And Jesus came and spoke unto them, saying, All power is given unto me in heaven and on Earth. ¹⁹ Go therefore and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit: ²⁰ Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you: and, lo, I am with you always, even unto the end of the world. Amen. “Hereby you can identify the Spirit of God: Every spirit (i.e. person) that confesses that Jesus Christ has come in the flesh, is of God:” - 1 John 4:2 “Whoever shall confess that Jesus is the Son of God, God dwells in him, and he in God.” - 1 John 4:15 (KJV) “If you confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord, and believe in your heart that God has raised him from the dead, you shall be saved.” - Romans 10:9 (KJV) Acts Chapter 16 ¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯ "²⁹ Then he called for a light and ran in, and came trembling, and fell down in front of Paul and Silas, ³⁰ Then brought them out, and said, Sirs, what must I do to be saved? ³¹ And they said, Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ, and thou shalt be saved, and thy house."

[@matira1]

Isabella Sophia Ava-Leigh Harrington Bless you Isabella in the name of our Lord Jesus. Jeremiah 29:11-13.

[@brownbrown12344]

Totally agree!

[@jesuslovesu2970]

😭❤❤❤I say unto you, that likewise joy shall be in heaven over one sinner that repenteth, more than over ninety nine and nine just persons which need no repentance. Luke 15:7 King James Version GOD BLESS YOU 💞🙏

[@napoleonerises]

I'm not feeling well today and just watched this. Cried like a baby (or rather, a tired, unwell teenager). This is the love of Christ. Thank you so much.

[@Asymmetric.edge.]

I was at work (Houston, Texas) and happened to see the thumbnail. I'm so proud. My workmates hated it so I turned it up to max and looped it for a good 4hr lol. How glorious!

[@UnholyBen13]

God Bless New Zealand from your big brother Australia 🙏 🇦🇺 🇳🇿

[@maraeacookson1573]

God Bless Australia. From Aotearoa

[@TuppsMuliau]

Im not crying.....your crying. When Kiwis come together like this. Its a beautiful thing. God Bless♥️🙏

[@skiwime]

Still so powerful after repeated viewing. Thank you NZ churches. Truly is a Blessing.

[@steelepls]

I live in Charlotte, NC, USA where Kari Jobe, her husband and Pastor Furtick wrote this I am sure they had no idea it would be sung around the world but I have heard this in so many versions and in so many languages even in Arabic and Hebrew but folks this song in your native language and seeing all of God's denominations in your nation uniting together in worship to our Savior was anointed folks so anointed and my tears of joy just flowed. I hope and pray that everyone else who watches this can feel the presence of the Holy Spirit that will fall on on you while you listen and worship with this Holy band of singers. Gonna listen to it again so keep on praising His name and telling folks He most certainly is with us and for us. God bless all here.

[@Morethanmusicmentor]

Thanks so much. Bless you over in the USA!

[@GraemeBlore]

And for all of us worldwide in these days of COVD19, He will never forsake us!

[@maraeacookson1573]

Blessings to you!!!

[@ChrisXn777]

Amen! So powerful

[@ananamu2248]

I am not a Christian but recognize the presence of spirit and the complete presence in each one' s song ....the energy is so inclusive and healing.thankyou

[@imanointedone1]

God bless you New Zealand, with love from London, England. One People, in Christ

[@naturetrails8357]

God bless the church of New Zealand 🇳🇿! Beautiful

[@rexsheeley8177]

This song will always be the anthem for us who went thru the assault of hell, at every battle this prayer will be our banner.

[@cynthiarice-tims2165]

The joining in of Maori singers oh my! A small glimpse of the power and Beauty of Holiness when the Lord’s people, every tribe and every nation, gather in holy praise, worship and honor to OUR LORD & SAVIOR, KING JESUS! Even so, come Lord Jesus

[@jimhamilton2059]

Kia ora from Scotland Thank you for the richness of your voices and the love of your hearts. I lived in NZ for 30 years and part of my heart is still with you. God is among your people and H E was gracious to me while there. Thank you for sharing this Blessing with me. Jim Hamilton

[@maraeacookson1573]

Bless you Jim from Tairawhiti, Aotearoa

[@Evie-be5et]

In no way do i want to cheapen this with my comment but I can imagine that a Golden Buzzer in Heaven is pressed and a YES from the Father Son and Holy Spirit is echoing .... beautiful beyond words .. thank you all involved .. the little baby on it's mum's shoulder and the toddler, so vulnerable in today's world... YES HE is for us ...young and old Amen

[@leithx7595]

Absolutely beautiful. I am not religious at all, but when I heard that 300 churches were joining to give a blessing to a country I had to come and see. Very glad I did. The world needs unity in a big way, and nothing brings people together like music. From the very depths I thank you.

[@miriamcrothall9976]

This song is so beautiful, it reminds me of when I was a little girl my Dad used to pray this blessing over me straight out of Numbers. Being born with a disability up until the age of 5 my parents prayed that I would walk, when that hadn’t happened by the age of five they just prayed God would make something beautiful out of my life which He has!

[@Morethanmusicmentor]

Awesome, Miriam! God bless you!

[@ozhiebalisanur]

Beautiful. Feel the Blessings and the togetherness to worship and honour HIM. Amen.

[@Danielevans2]

As soon as I heard that trumpet and waiata I broke into tears! That's what a beautiful proclamation should sound like!! That's what the army of heaven sounds like

[@maryehiobandeofficialpage5165]

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[@janettemorrison1343]

This just gets better and better every time I hear and see it. First, it was after the lockdown for Covid-19 in 2019, and now. God is Great.

[@halabackatchya]

I don’t ever cry, but this brought me to weeping as I was reminded that WE are the Bride of Christ. Thank you, and God bless.

[@michaelurlich6358]

I don't know how many times I've watched this now, but praise god for this waiata and all who helped make it reminding our nation where the focus should be during these times. Bless you all in Jesus name.

[@pueahansen1549]

Where our focus should be every minute of every day. With Thanksgiving and Love… He is worthy!

[@ananamu2248]

Oh thank you all ....I hear this in my head ,all day and it keeps me cleansed while I do my work

[@cherylhmackie]

Wow as a Maori who was born n is living in Aussie (a M_ozzie - as my NZ cousins call me), for some reason that felt like home, really healing. Thank you for sharing God's love with me today.

[@Morethanmusicmentor]

Well, I guess that makes me an NZ_ozzie! You're very welcome

[@GypsyGirl317]

Cheryl, it's your true identity. ❤️

[@hazzachannel1]

CHERYL, I THINK YOU CAUGHT PART OF WHAT THIS WORK INTENDS, AS THERE ARE STILL A MILLION KIWIS OUT THERE,THA THERE IS A HOME YOU CAME FROM. AND A PLACE OF WELCOME WHEN YOU COME HOME.

[@cherylhmackie]

@@hazzachannel1 except that I am Australian, born in Aus. Australian mother, Maori/NZ Dad. There was something that felt like home, it resonated in my heart n prompted me to ask God. He revealed to me that it had to do with who I am.

[@tmarsh0307]

Writing from the USA - This is beautiful. Been amazed to hear how New Zealand has been a light during COVID-19, how your country has come together to all but eliminate the virus. Thank you for your example. Our world needs this right now. Thank you and every blessing!

[@Morethanmusicmentor]

Thanks for your kind words, Tim. And greetings from New Zealand!

[@thesoccerboy555]

The virus is back. Where did it come from this time? Mistery solved already?

[@monique9345]

We are small with no borders. .we are lucky my friend. I feel for you over there, life will move on and I hope for humanity that the world gets kinder, starts with just ourselves first. Lots Aroha to you bud.

[@anzacman5]

Honestly, don't bring up covid. It's a sore divisive point. Nothing was achieved

[@frankclarke6651]

Amine. Let us rejoice and sing through prayer for the multitude across the globe 🙏🙏🙏

[@karibray-kelly7148]

Beautiful, stunning and awesome. Sending blessings to New Zealand from Ireland. God bless you all 🙏🏻❤️

[@Morethanmusicmentor]

Thank you, Kari! Blessings from New Zealand!

[@maraeacookson1573]

Blessings to you Kari from Tairawhiti, Aotearoa [NZ] 💙💙💙

[@billenglish3003]

Absolutely lost it when the children joined in! Eye hath not seen, nor ear heard, neither have entered into the heart of man, the things which God hath prepared for them that love him. I so can't wait!

[@lisavandy8349]

So did I!!! 😭😭😭

[@beckymoulton6409]

Bill English me too!

[@joehikuroa74]

The actual Bill English??? Cos if so, I voted for you. Our country needed your leadership, and strong Christian values at the helm. Sorry we didn't get it :(

[@silas777l.w4]

FROM NEW CALEDONIA ; JESUS COME SOON. JESUS CHRIST BLESS AND KEEP YOU

[@IamaDutch-Kiwi]

I am a dutch/kiwi presently living in the Netherlands. Thank you, thank you thank you. I needed this today. I'm deeply touched. I miss my children and grandchildren so much. Hope, that's what this song gave me. Hope. ❤️🌷🇳🇿🇳🇱

[@vanessamay3689]

Your children,grandchildren and great grandchildren for generations.Promised.

[@thesoccerboy555]

Yes, difficult times. Hope you can see them on zoom skype or something else! I am in Australia and miss my kids and family in the Netherlands!

[@IamaDutch-Kiwi]

@@thesoccerboy555 HI Greta. I understand your 'missing' them. My son lives in Australia and my daughter and son in New Zealand. They all have families and the rate the children are growing up, I am sadder than ever to miss so much more than intended. That's why I make videos of my life here, places I visit and such so that they can see and learn about the Netherlands and Europe. These videos can then be used as 'live ' photo albums voice and all. Take care. I am sure our families will reunite with us again one day and the reunion will be sweet. 🌷🇳🇿🇳🇱🙋‍♀️

[@Morethanmusicmentor]

We're so glad you were moved by the song - bless you in the Netherlands!

[@bryanlouismark3798]

@@IamaDutch-Kiwi 💓💝

[@josephwalliker6162]

Diolch yn fawr am Cymru. We have much love for New Zealand through rugby and other things, but it is such a blessing to sing this with you. We are all one in Christ. God bless you all!

[@Mollie85]

Acts 2:17 In the last days,’ God says, ‘I will pour out my Spirit upon all people" I feel that in this song! The Lord is calling his children in. Repent and turn to Jesus while there is still time. He doesn't want any to perish. His coming is nigh. Ma te Atua manaaki ❤❤❤🙏🙏🙏🙂

[@ttlfmag3507]

Young people will dream dreams and prophesy. I felt this down in my spirit.

[@clairekelley906]

Hes closer than you think(IKNOW)

[@ApostleJohnsons]

God bless you beloved. I don't know you in person but God knows you well, and God show me a revelation about you, when I was going through your comment to observe things about your spiritual life. while I was meditating, I saw a divine breakthrough in your life and I saw evil attack of the enemies manipulating on seizing your favour and to come against your hand work for you to be confused and lost hope. As I was praying the Lord reveal to me and instruct you to sow a seed into the lives of children suffering from leukemia in Mercy foundation,located Edo state,Nigeria, before the end of this month and let me know so I can join you in prayers deeply because he want to manifest his promises in your life and that of your family Nobody should know about the seed is between you and God, you will testify to the Glory of God after you have done it if only you believe in him and do what he says Proverb (3:27;21:26;22:9 ,,Deu.28:1-5) you can contact the orphanage on their mail. Email:[e-mail]) send your donation to them. You can also reach me on my WhatsApp [phone] God bless you.

[@teinelona7]

Cannot stop wiping the tears from my grateful eyes. I’m Samoan and I would love to see my people “across the water” from you do this in our beautiful language as you did in yours. My church Calvary Church of Santa Ana in California did this recording a few months back and I was privileged to be a part of it but now I wish we had more people in it, including the children. A Blessing indeed, thank you so much!

[@thenpheler1]

I cannot tell you how this Blessed me . I feel like crying. Thank you so much. God Bless each of you! From Bastrop , Texas

[@maraeacookson1573]

Blessings to the people of Bastrop, Texas from Aotearoa 🙏🙏🙏

[@lindemelhuish3206]

Beautiful, powerful & moving. I visited NZ from the UK 6 years ago with my much loved late husband - we loved our visit. Blessings upon you & our world.

[@Morethanmusicmentor]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@honawikeepa5813]

Fell in love with my fellow NZ citizens again.

[@a.bielski]

Just came across this BEAUTIFUL song..I'm in tears!! Thankyou Lord for New Zealand the best country in the World!! So proud to be a KIWI.🙏💖🇳🇿✝️❤😇🙌🏾

[@Morethanmusicmentor]

Thank you!

[@paneethaameresekere1615]

Thank you and God bless, from Sri Lanka

[@antz5731]

Blessing to you,your family and Sri Lanka 🙏🙏🙏

[@coffeeteaormeify]

Was moved to tears... tears of happiness knowing we have Jesus till eternity. Powerful singing and the part in Maori language sounds absolutely beautiful. God bless you and your family. Love from Sikkim.. India

[@maraeacookson1573]

Love and blessings to Sikkim...India from Aotearoa [NZ] 💙💙💙

[@TheMimichacha]

BEAUTIFUL BEAUTIFUL!!!!!!!! Over 30 years ago, my pastor, Duane Sheriff from Durant Oklahoma started speaking this blessing over us at the end of every service...it always felt like he was pouring oil over my soul!!! This rendition of The Blessing IS A BLESSING!! THANK U THANK U!!!

[@maraeacookson1573]

BLESSINGS BACK TO YOU IN ABUNDANCE!!!💙💙💙

[@donpeacockjr.4115]

"pouring oil over our soul".....??? Could that possibly have been the Holy Spirit giving you a hug?😁

[@probinson8296]

So this is what unity in diversity looks and sounds like. Surely it is beautiful indeed & surely this must bring a smile to our Father face as it brings tears of joy to mine. Xxx

[@maryehiobandeofficialpage5165]

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[@probinson8296]

@@maryehiobandeofficialpage5165 It has been the 'end times' for 2000ish years.

[@nikiTricoteuse]

I don't even identify as Christian and it made me cry. I am a fiercely proud Kiwi though.

[@stonesbytheriver2441]

Whoever did the behind-the-scenes work of mixing and blending and editing did a fabulous job -- just beautiful. I'm still listening 2 years later.

[@shirleybridge3601]

Loved loved this. Covered by the Holy Spirit. All generations. Many people I knew. We sent it to our daughter who lives in North Carolina with her husband and three little boys. She just sobbed. Praise God for his covering for my children and their children.

[@zynzane9680]

Tears through this whole thing, how amazing to see all the churches and singers in the different countries come together to sing this. Just coming across it now, but so very beautiful. God bless and keep you all.

[@joycewilliams967]

I have watched and listened to many versions of The Blessing from countries all over the world, but this version truly touched my heart and resonated with my Spirit. You have created a true blessing and song of praise to our Lord. Thank you for so much for sharing this. You really touched the heart of this older sister in the USA. God Bless and keep you Always.

[@Morethanmusicmentor]

Thanks for your kind words, Joyce!

[@Wojtekli77]

Everyone has it choice , I rate t best in Arabic , absolutely wonderful, Praise Him!

[@Tera4m]

God bless America, God save the Queen,, God defend New Zealand. Pukana, Blahhh,, 😝😜😛

[@maraeacookson1573]

Bless you sister from Aotearoa

[@bryanlouismark3798]

@@maraeacookson1573 💕💓

[@molly8335]

I dont know why but I just felt like singing the NZ national anthem when it finished lol that was awesome...God bless guys!

[@estherrogers5553]

Same here

[@awhina2840]

Me to GOD of NATIONS at thy feet

[@8Ayelet]

The Blessing you all sang is SO beautiful! It poured hope and healing into my heart and renewed my courage. Thank you for sending out your prayers and worship to God. Thank you for encouraging and blessing us, and sending the message of God's eternal love for us, through these prayers and music. May God bless you and keep you all! With much love from your family in Christ, in America.

[@Morethanmusicmentor]

Thank you, Diane! Greetings from NZ :)

[@8Ayelet]

@@Morethanmusicmentor Thank you all! God be with you and guide your every step:)

[@thebarbers7911]

We are a young family and for months and months, this song has captivated our children and us too. Our 16 month old son, actually started saying “amen” and singing along (one of his 1st words) this rendition is a true representation of the beauty of the Lord’s creation in all forms - people, nature, sound. The diversity is stunning, each face and each voice coming together like a true heavenly vibration. This is the heart of Christ. So gorgeous in every way. I shed tears of joy almost every time I watch it. ❤️✨🙌🏻

[@howyoudoing7878]

My son loves it too!!

[@Legiain]

I am not ashamed to say ... I wept. That was beautiful. It triggered something in me, this year, this world ...and I wept and I praised God. HE is for you!

[@randwickbelle]

he is with you and for you Ian

[@AotearoaAnge]

Iain, I get emotional when I hear this song - every single time.

[@ovininavukitu3741]

I literally broke down in tears

[@morrisanderson818]

You weren't the only one,, praise the Lord God almighty,, Amen 🙏

[@skiwime]

This simply does not get old. It really is the best version of The Blessing (IMHO). I'd love to meet every single one of you and say thank you/ tena koe and to all of you, kena koutou (don't know how to get the accents, sorry). Thank you for your input, your passion, your praise, your energy - I can't pick out anyone in particular, as each one of you in your own, God-given, unique way is praising God, making up one powerful collective. AMEN!

[@andrewhoggardspeaker]

A beautiful public display of unity much needed in our world at this time. I was deeply moved watching and listening in. Thank you to all the people who brought this together.....

[@Morethanmusicmentor]

Thanks for your kind words Andrew.

[@vivienkittel3063]

The opening karanga, verse in Te Reo and the closing karakia make The Blessing Aotearoa so very special to our nation and unique all around the world. What a wonderful job everyone has done. May God's blessing always be upon Aotearoa.

[@Morethanmusicmentor]

Thank you, Vivien!

[@jeannettemoyen9278]

agreed! :D

[@mwanawamax2240]

Amen

[@marcsavage3135]

1q9àv3olo

[@julianochieng9955]

I agree love from Kenya 🇰🇪

[@Amilygoh66]

LORD blessed you all my brothers and sister in Christ in New Zealand,. He is Jehovah Rapha he is our healer , ..❤❤❤

[@grnathan1]

As a Maori Christian and fellow musician this is a phenomenal rendition of the song "The Blessing". Many blessings to Grant Norsworthy and his wife and all those involved in putting this together. What I loved about this kiwi version of the song is how it encapsulated all the different strands and tenets that is quintessentially Atearoa. From the land of Atearoa to the people of the land and to the different cultures and denominations scattered throughout new Zealand. To be honest I was deeply moved (teary eyed) and greatly humbled with a sense of falling to my knees (in my heart) before almighty God in worship and saying "Lord here I am" and then being willing to go in his name in taking the gospel to my people. I was not only greatly blessed by this song but also greatly encouraged and inspired in continuing to share my faith. I leave you with this thought "it is not those who are healed who need a physician but those who are sick"

[@Morethanmusicmentor]

Wow, thank you so much, Gary. We hoped and prayed we were moving towards all those goals when we worked on it... very humbling and rewarding to hear you say that we achieved them. God seems to be touching hearts through the song and there's no greater reward than that. Nga Mihi Nui.

[@honawikeepa5813]

Ae tika to korero. I cried tears of joy and hope. God defend NZ!

[@davidrazack9616]

Hey Gary..?go in Grace,but as though the One has sent you but 'commissioned' you and us in acknowledging - preach this gospel but now, "to every creature"..selah.. David, Trinidad

[@Leandro_LionMan]

Amen! Amen! To our GOD be all the glory, honor, and praise forevermore ... be greatly blessed more and more 💙Aotearoa💙 - Leandro here a Christian church pianist from the Philippines

[@rhondaratima1804]

So Agree 😇😇😇

[@loycegriffin7274]

My choir has done this in Akron Ohio. You were a blessing. It was a blessing for our choir to sing this also. What a joyful message. Thank you.

[@bryanlouismark3798]

💖💝

[@Emoesica]

Amen/Amin! From Emoes Wairata, from the South Mollukan Islands, thank you and God will always bless you all, in our Yeshua Ha'Mashiach!

[@Notimportant143]

I've never seen anything so beautiful like this

[@ferdinandkuhne6700]

The best Version🇳🇿🙏💛blessing from Switzerland🙏🇨🇭

[@maraeacookson1573]

Blessings Switzerland from God's mighty hand 🙏🙏🙏 from Aotearoa

[@annefabish8970]

This is so beautiful and wonderful to see the churches across New Zealand coming together, which is a blessing in itself, May God Bless our Land and our People. This makes you feel part of the whole church of New Zealand. Thank you to everyone for your beautiful voices, for making the video, this is truely all of New Zealand coming together!

[@Morethanmusicmentor]

You're very welcome.

[@blloewen]

The inclusion of the Maori language and singers was so powerful! The only suggestion I would make would be to add one verse of the original Hebrew Aaronic blessing - after all, that is the spiritual root and foundation for all of us! Listen to Josh Aarons sing it!

[@sharonkhalilian4359]

Watching in Seattle, Washington, USA. Thank you so much; what a joyful blessing this is. Loved your smiling faces.

[@Morethanmusicmentor]

We love Seattle! Thanks for your kind words - from NZ :)

[@candywirt8289]

I closed my eyes and was in heaven listening to all God’s people sing to His glory! Absolutely phenomenal!

[@nessiforpeace]

Weeping to this all day today. I miss Aotearoa and my beautiful friends and family. There really is something uniquely magical about Aotearoa and it's people. ❤❤❤

[@hopelopez3]

Hi beautiful Staring into your pretty face seeing your sparkling eye I must say you look stunning too, sorry to infringe on your privacy, can I have your attention maybe we can find few things interesting about ourselves💥

[@elisabethsantner281]

Wow... While listening to this blessing I get an idea of what it means to be heirs of His glory. Blessing the world with His abundance... Thank you all so much!

[@honawikeepa5813]

Beautiful Aotearoa and it's diverse yet unified culture. God defend NZ!

[@salomidave92]

Amazing NZ! Love and blessings from Australia❤️

[@Morethanmusicmentor]

G'day from across the Tasman!

[@maraeacookson1573]

Love & Blessings to you Salomi from Tairawhiti, Aotearoa [NZ] 💙💙💙

[@kylieg787]

I felt God's presence so strongly while watching this - tears streaming down my face. Thank you Jesus! This was beautiful. Thank you & God Bless 💛 from Australia

[@Morethanmusicmentor]

Lovely to hear, Kylie! Greetings from New Zealand :)

[@irisschell5557]

Be Blessed from Alberta, Canada !!!

[@maraeacookson1573]

Blessings to Canada. From Aotearoa

[@thereids1]

Just loved the beautiful Maori language interwoven through. What an incredible job you have done with the arrangement. Thank you Grant for the vision and to each singer for lending your time and your talents to this project. Well done team

[@fisherwhanau746]

Tautoko - so appreciated the Te Reo and use of Māori instrumentation - a wonderful sound of Aotearoa.

[@Morethanmusicmentor]

You're very welcome. It was a pleasure.

[@timcrossnz]

@@Morethanmusicmentor Thanks so much for this amazing video. Could you please add the words of the prayer in Te Reo at the end of the video in the description section - or in reply? I would love to share this with my family and friends.

[@samscott653]

Totally brilliant - this will become a NZ classic

[@Morethanmusicmentor]

@@timcrossnz KARAKIA (POST OUTRO):

[@JesusIsOurKingOfKings]

21/07/2021. This is more needed than EVER before. CHRIST IS COMING !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@user-jw8iu8ee8b]

Glory to God almighty thank for the nation that sang this blessing song

[@dbreeze]

Kia Ora! Blessings from South Korea!

[@axelfoley1768]

May God bless you! In Jesus' name.

[@maraeacookson1573]

Kia Ora/인사말!!! 뉴질랜드 기스본이 여러분 께 드리는 위대하고 많은 축복 [Ngā mihi nui ki a koe na Tairawhiti, Aotearoa (Great and many blessings from Gisborne, NZ)] 💙💙💙

[@prophetedcitronnelli2337]

Beloved, I don't know you in person but God knows you. God ministered to me in a revelation when I was on your profile to see things around you,I saw blessings but spiritual attacks holding onto them,in prayers,i saw a woman in the realm of the spirit monitoring and plotting delay in your life, with an evil mirror, and with a motive to destroy. But as I speak to you now her time is up, Render hand of favour with Anything you can afford or give to these motherless foundation (Godstime MOTHERLESS FOUNDATION) in kebbi state nigeria before 2DAYS with faith, as I Rise my hands towards heaven and pray for you they shall serve as point of contact wherever you are, you will receive double portion of grace to excel and total restoration of breakthrough in your life and in the life of your family. Ask for their acct details and help them call the MD in charge of the orphanage to get their details on (WhatsApp or call them now on [phone]) tell him I sent an you. For it is not by might nor by in power but of the spirit saith the lord (zechariah 4:6). You shall testify to the Glory of God in your life. God bless you.

[@roseolson2680]

GOD BLESS NEW ZEALAND AND PROTECT ALL THE PEOPLE IN THIS COUNTRY - BY THE BLOOD OF THE LORD JESUS CHRIST - AMEN!!!

[@hopelopez3]

Hi beautiful Staring into your pretty face seeing your sparkling eye I must say you look stunning too, sorry to infringe on your privacy, can I have your attention maybe we can find few things interesting about ourselves💥

[@newzealandfan100]

Go Aotearoa ! Light workers share everywhere, so beautiful 🙏

[@tonijackson9678]

So beautiful!! Multi-cultural people and multiple language combined in lifting up Our Heavenly Father as he intended us to do...as one!! 💖

[@bryanlouismark3798]

💖

[@AotearoaAnge]

Amen

[@nelleseumanuvui3782]

WOOHOOOOO! Goosebumps..... Glory Lord our beloved Father, may your blessings be upon Aotearoa through generations after generations 🙏🙌🙌

[@seyanabezalel]

Glory be to God! Thank you Lord, for each word, and each note sung, is your breath of life, orchestrated and anointed in a global movement that we cannot fathom & comprehend...yet reaches the entire body of Christ; a ministry in itself...where the heart is humbled & the soul surrenders...Our world-today circumstances do not define who we are...In the Team of 5 million - We are ONE❤️

[@nzrhemaradio]

WOW! 👏 Thank you Lord and thank you everyone involved for this beautiful addition to the global choir, a truly New Zealand blessing indeed! 🙏

[@nataliebritton8602]

WOOHOO!!!! 🙌🏽💓🥰☝🏽✝️🔥🕊😝👌🏽. POWERFUL!!! Loved the Salvos & the babies & Children THANKYOU MY KIWI BROTHERS & SISTERS!! AMEN!! 💝👑

[@skiwime]

Thank you NZ. The Maori intro and outro sends a shiver over me every time; so powerful. I have visited your wonderful land four times now and experienced both the Christchurch earthquakes and the covid lockdown. I have also experienced a lot of hostility and antipathy towards Christianity and religion, even from people close to me! So this video is a wonderful reminder like God is very much present, alive and working in Aotearoa, like God reminding Elijah that he wasn't alone. I loved the diversity and the culture in the video from the Maori intro, to the man with the full face moku (hope I got that right), to the baby to the surfing dude .... the list goes on. The video both blessed and broke me. I long to return to NZ, not just to visit my many rellies and to drink in your outstanding scenery but because you have stolen a large piece of my heart. Be blessed.

[@morrisanderson818]

You will be welcomed back I'm very sure of that,, I lost my way from the Lord for quite a while,,now I'm back,,and loving it,, can't believe I stayed away for so long,,even some of my family are looking at me,,but they know my strength,when I make up my mind,,and the, direction I'm taking,,if they don't like the fact,that I'm back, worshipping the Lord God almighty,, Will,, I'm fine with that,,you take care,,stay safe,,

[@verdellellis4043]

Many blessings to you

[@henridusasca8077]

I visited New Zealand aswell and escaped the lockdown from fews days. Travel in NZ was a real blessing for my wife and I. We received a lot. I sorry to say that, we saw there a very weak church lost in motivation speech and social clubhouse. We visited many churches during our travel, and really we've been desapointed. If the church was strong we would not see so many leftisim in the society. So, we just bless this island with a pure and strong church!

[@geoffholmes3501]

Gary if you think NZ. Is beautiful, and it is, just imagine how wonderful a place the Lord has prepared for those who love Him, a small taste of what is to come……. Maranatha

[@yakovmatityahu]

Blessings and prayers for all Christian believers in new Zealand...from India...

[@maryehiobandeofficialpage5165]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/jKCvlX6MpKmGgqM

[@maraeacookson1573]

Thank you. Blessings to all of India. From Aotearoa

[@1Nida]

Sharing this Blessing in Utah, USA

[@bryanlouismark3798]

💖💝

[@vivienarmstrong7268]

Heartfelt thank you LORD JESUS Watched from Sydney Australia.

[@hazzachannel1]

THIS IS THE ONE, OUR OWN VOICE, FROM THE FARTHEST LAND. ABSOLUTELY LOVE IT. LOVE THE KARAKIA AT THE END, TO BLESS THE WORLD, AND BLESS OUR LORD JESUS.

[@heketua]

There are not many who type soley in capitals it's got to be Harry bless you brother

[@hazzachannel1]

Allan Hawea YEP IT IS ME MY BROTHER.

[@lindawillfindit]

So beautiful to hear this with the Maori tongue. Every tribe and tongue shall confess that Jesus is Lord! Really blessed by this. Lotsa love from across the ditch in Oz. Xo

[@bryanlouismark3798]

💕💞

[@TheGelassenheit]

New Zealand is the best country in the world - as their people. Bless you all

[@Feargal011]

You have encouraged me today - when I really needed it. Across the Tasman, we are a sick society, and the churches seem too weak and powerless to be a witness to God. Please keep sharing and bring a breath of life and hope to us. Please. God keep you in every way you go.

[@jesuslovesu2970]

Remember JESUS is within you, GOD BLESS AND STRENGTHEN YOU💞🇳🇿

[@morrisanderson818]

🇳🇿🇦🇺💯 keep the faith,, Love from across the ditch,,ANZACs,, forever,,

[@janeydurkin-luke4953]

I'm overwhelmed with the aroha of the Holy Spirit that inspired, and moved each and every one of you to sing this song!!! Nga mihi nui! Thank you Father God for the BLESSING of YOU! Amene

[@Morethanmusicmentor]

Amen

[@Neeva01]

So powerful. Making me cry thinking about the day Moses spoke these words to the Israelites. Nothing compares to the love and peace of Christ! ❤️

[@worshiperschannel6331]

이 곡을 커버한 많은 영상들을 보았지만.. 왜 뉴질랜드에서 만든 영상을 볼때마다 이리 눈물이 나는지.. 정말 기도하며 만든 것 같은 감동적인 찬양에 감사해요! I've seen a lot of videos covering this song, but... Why do I cry so much every time I watch this song made in New Zealand? Thank you for the touching praise song!

[@elkescheibelhut1209]

Be blessed from Germany sisters and brothers in Jesus hey-God bless New Zealand

[@puleahkuoi6049]

Beautiful blessings to the day ❤️ thank you.

[@edithheyns2393]

Praise you Holy Almighty Trinity 🙏

[@axelfoley1768]

@Elkie Scheibelhut May God bless Germany and the faithful in Christ Jesus. Holiness / Righteousness / Faith / Love / Good works May God go with you, and go with you always ✝️✨

[@sauf-bruder1931]

Also Blessings from Germany to you, brothers and sisters! Try also our version to dance before our GOD: kzbin.info/www/bejne/fanMfnZ6ZbKliNE

[@maraeacookson1573]

Blessings to you all 💙💙💙

[@joshnelson3803]

Makes me so homesick, God bless my beautiful home of Aotearoa.

[@kimironside8880]

Very emotional and beautiful! We lived in the lovely land of New Zealand for over 18 years and it has a special place in our hearts.

[@Morethanmusicmentor]

Mihi Aroha!

[@accidentblackspot6]

I have listened to a lot of the various versions of The Blessing, but this was almost etherial in places. The Maori part of the song caught me off guard and made me catch my breath. A truly beautiful version of this song showcasing God's love and the richness and variety of humanity.

[@yechezkelmendoza5698]

Believe it or not the ends of the earth from Jerusalem is mathematically the Polynesian triangle. This is one corner of the ends of the earth from Jerusalem - The Maori. Hawaii is to the North and Rapa Nui to the east. And the shipping land across the ends of the earth extends across the Tuamoto Archipelago to Peru. Although not ethnically Jewish (some minorities), the Polynesian people play a special part in bringing the gospel to the ends of the earth. The people of Polynesia are the balance to bringing the gospel to the ends of the earth. Isaiah 49:6 states he is using the Jewish people as a light to the nations so salvation may reach the ends (or allotments in Aramaic) of the earth. The ends of the earth from Jerusalem is Rapa Iti. In the year 3790 in the Jewish calendar (30 AD) when Yeshua (Jesus) died and rose again, it states in acts 2:5, there were Jews (to include converts) from every nation (אממא - עממים) minority group under heaven to celebrate the feast of weeks in Jerusalem. The austronesians were the indigenous navigators. I often ask myself what is the connection between people who have traveled from east Asia to South America some 2500 years ago to start with (according to DNA evidence)? What is the connection to the Lapita and the Polynesians who seperated from them among the austronesian peoples. I believe in 3790 (30 AD), people came from every nation to Jerusalam at the assistance of the indigenous navigators of the pacific from East Asia across the Tuamoto Archipelago into the contienent of South America and back within the 51 days from the death and resurrection to Pentecost. Just now in history we are reviving this discovery. Instead of denomination, division, race, land, etc, we unite in one body of Messiah and bring the gospel to the ends of the earth.

[@yechezkelmendoza5698]

As a Jewish descendant of the Kohanim, I can feel the shofar blast at the ends of the earth from every point within the Polynesian triangle. Although they are not all ethnically Jewish, it doesnt matter. The exact opposite point on the surface of the earth from Jerusalem is centered within the polynesian triangle on water. My wife is Polynesian (Hawaiian and Maori). And to feel this union with the Polynesian people being a Jewish escendant myself brings a special envisionment. I can hear the Messianic Jews like myself uniting and establishing a priesthood and blowing the shofar all across the Polynesian triangle.

[@yechezkelmendoza5698]

GOD BLESS AND MAY THE SPIRIT BE UPON US AND MAY WE BE ANNOINTED TO BE THE PEOPLE OF THE ARK JUST AS THE FURTHEST POINT FROM JERUSALEM IS ON WATER AND POLYNESIANS ARE INDIGENOUS NAVIGATORS OF THE WATER!!!! SHALOM!!!!!

[@ryvahhape-taite6373]

me too

[@kinasandwich7624]

I was told by a kaumatua, our Tohunga told our people the events to come will end, with our people bringing and awakening gods people and Maori will lead his people for we are his, and this was told before the first square sails arrived. It matters not weather you believe me or not. Much love to all of God's creations and his children

[@ila186]

Amen 🙏 love to all brothers and sisters in Christ. May the Lord Jesus keep us in His presence everyday until we see Him face to face 💛 Shalom

[@nicholasivale7683]

i love this song bc at school i play it and at home when its bed time and thank you god what you done for us god bless you

[@prophetedcitronnelli2337]

Beloved, I don't know you in person but God knows you. God ministered to me in a revelation when I was on your profile to see things around you,I saw blessings but spiritual attacks holding onto them,in prayers,i saw a woman in the realm of the spirit monitoring and plotting delay in your life, with an evil mirror, and with a motive to destroy. But as I speak to you now her time is up, Render hand of favour with Anything you can afford or give to these motherless foundation (Godstime MOTHERLESS FOUNDATION) in kebbi state nigeria before 2DAYS with faith, as I Rise my hands towards heaven and pray for you they shall serve as point of contact wherever you are, you will receive double portion of grace to excel and total restoration of breakthrough in your life and in the life of your family. Ask for their acct details and help them call the MD in charge of the orphanage to get their details on (WhatsApp or call them now on [phone]) tell him I sent an you. For it is not by might nor by in power but of the spirit saith the lord (zechariah 4:6). You shall testify to the Glory of God in your life. God bless you.

[@nicholasivale7683]

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