Daily Verse
July 6
Blessed are those persecuted for righteousness.
Matthew 5:10 ‘Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness’ sake: for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.’
If we deliberately stir up the hostility of others
then we are not persecuted;
we are just reaping the consequences of being provocative.
Persecution for the sake of righteousness is always unprovoked;
it is promised to all who live a godly life
because righteousness exposes the corruption of the world.
We will be persecuted
because righteousness cannot lower its standard
in order to accommodate the standards of the world;
and it will not change the gospel of Christ
in order to maintain unity and friendship.
We will face hostile actions and hateful words
when we represent Christ;
but we are blessed because in Christ our reward is great.