Reflections

 10″Blessed are those who have been persecuted for the sake of righteousness, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.  Matthew 5:10

All around the world there are Christians that are being persecuted.  In many countries churches are hidden because the preaching of the gospel is against the law.  There are many who convert to Christianity that are disowned by their families and even their very lives are threatened.

Jesus said blessed are those that are persecuted for the sake of righteousness.  They belong to the Kingdom.  They are blessed because they are not of this world but the Kingdom of God is theirs.  For all of us who believe in Jesus we are part of God’s Kingdom.  We are blessed to be a blessing.

Even though many Christians are persecuted for their faith, they are taking the gospel to the nations.  It is God’s desire that all men should come to the saving knowledge of Jesus and we have been commissioned to take the gospel to every corner of the earth.

Persecution is part of the Christian life.  We may not all experience the same type of persecution but we are all blessed to be members of the Kingdom of God.  Let’s pray for those who are in dangerous areas preaching and teaching the gospel.  May God continue to bring protection and safety to those that face danger everyday.  Most importantly, may God continue to add numbers to the Kingdom of heaven.