Surely, LORD, You bless the righteous; You surround them with Your Favor as with a shield! (Psalms 5:12, 3:3, 84:11)
You Are Blessed, when your commitment to God provokes persecution! Notice Matthew 5:10-12 doesn’t say, “if" men revile you, but "when" they revile you and say all kinds of evil against you—lies and slanderous accusations. Yes, it’s tough to bear, but our LORD and Savior says, “You’re Blessed,” when you endure it, promising a great reward for your patience and mature endurance! (James 1:4) “Blessed are those who are persecuted for the sake of righteousness, for theirs is the Kingdom of Heaven! Blessed are you when people insult you, persecute you and falsely say all kinds of evil against you because of Me. Rejoice and be glad, for your reward in Heaven is great!” (Matthew 5:10-12) ~ GOD Pray This Prayer With Me: Father, Your Word in 2 Corinthians 4:9 says, in every way I’m troubled, but I’m not crushed by troubles. I get frustrated, but I don't give up. I’m persecuted, but not abandoned; struck down, but never destroyed! I have much gratitude for who You are in my li