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Matthew 5:11
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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.
About Matthew 5:11
Matthew 5:11 from Matthew speaks directly to Persecution of Christians in the Bible and Persecution in the Bible, offering wisdom drawn from the New Testament tradition. This passage in the gospel literature of Scripture is widely cherished by students and teachers alike.
Related Verses
- Matthew 5:10
“Blessed are they which are persecuted for righteousness’ sake: for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.”
- John 15:20
“Remember the word that I said unto you, The servant is not greater than his lord. If they have persecuted me, they will also persecute you; if they have kept my saying, they will keep yours also.”
- 2 Timothy 3:12
“Yea, and all that will live godly in Christ Jesus shall suffer persecution.”
- 1 Peter 4:12
“Beloved, think it not strange concerning the fiery trial which is to try you, as though some strange thing happened unto you:”
- 1 Peter 4:13
“But rejoice, inasmuch as ye are partakers of Christ’s sufferings; that, when his glory shall be revealed, ye may be glad also with exceeding joy.”
How to Apply Matthew 5:11
Study Matthew 5:11 in context by reading the surrounding passage in Matthew. Identify one person in your life who might be encouraged by this verse on the theme of Persecution of Christians in the Bible. Share it with them and open a conversation rooted in Scripture — sometimes the most practical application is passing the Word along.