Scripture About Beatitude about persecution

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4 Bible Verses

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Blessed are they which are persecuted for righteousness' sake: for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.

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Matthew 5:10 • KJV

This is a direct beatitude about persecution from Jesus' Sermon on the Mount. It promises a spiritual reward for those who endure persecution because of their commitment to righteousness and faith.

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Blessed are ye, when men shall revile you, and persecute you, and shall say all manner of evil against you falsely, for my sake. Rejoice, and be exceeding glad: for great is your reward in heaven: for so persecuted they the prophets which were before you.

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Matthew 5:11-12 • KJV

This continuation of the previous verse provides more depth about persecution, encouraging believers to rejoice even when falsely accused and persecuted for their faith. It connects their experience to the prophets who were similarly treated.

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Yea, and all that will live godly in Christ Jesus shall suffer persecution.

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2 Timothy 3:12 • KJV

This verse offers a direct statement about the inevitability of persecution for committed Christians. It suggests that faithful living will naturally attract opposition from the world.

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If ye be reproached for the name of Christ, happy are ye; for the spirit of glory and of God resteth upon you: on their part he is evil spoken of, but on your part he is glorified.

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1 Peter 4:14 • KJV

This verse provides spiritual encouragement during persecution, suggesting that those who suffer for Christ's sake are blessed and have God's spirit resting upon them. It transforms persecution into a spiritual opportunity.

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