The Beatitudes Part 8 - Persecution
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The Sermon on the Mount - Jesus starts this incredible sermon by listing specific characteristics that are essential to the subjects of His Kingdom. Each Beatitude includes; (a) a pronouncement of blessings, (b) a description of the ones considered as blessed, and (c) an explanation of the blessing itself. Note, none of these characteristics can be found in the world system. For instance, a large number of people in today's society don't like, or are very uncomfortable around, those who are pure, mild, peacemakers, and are principled or honourable in life. But we must understand that such people (those who are uneasy around 'Christlikeness'), will act on these negative emotions and try to make themselves feel better by mistreating the "righteous." However, persecution comes in many forms, and some of the persecution may come from people claiming to be Christians. Satan has cunningly placed people in all areas, ready to bring physical, material or emotional harm to anyone who is faithfully following Jesus.
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