Blessed are those who are persecuted because of righteousness, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. — Matthew 5:10
Okay, let’s face it: Do any of us really want to be persecuted? I don’t.
Persecution, rooted in lies, is the natural result of God visiting this earth. Those who cannot see God because their hearts are impure, are stirred up by their corrupted desires, and make war against God by attacking His children.
But here God reminds us that persecutors don’t get the last word. God has already measured the full force of persecution. He has lined it up against the Kingdom that is to come, and it doesn’t register as liability, it registers as an asset.
Be encouraged!
Dwight
Dwight Clough is the author of four Christian books and is an active member of Lake City Church in Madison. This devotional is also available via email and you may review the archives back to 2002. To contact Dwight or Kim, use their contact form. You may also support their ministry.