Blessed are those who are persecuted because of righteousness, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Cross References Isaiah 66:5 You who tremble at His word, hear the word of the LORD: "Your brothers who hate you and exclude you because of My name have said, 'Let the LORD be glorified that we may see your joy!' But they will be put to shame." Matthew 5:3 "Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Matthew 19:14 But Jesus said, "Let the little children come to Me, and do not hinder them! For the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these." Matthew 25:34 Then the King will say to those on His right, 'Come, you who are blessed by My Father, inherit the kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the world. Mark 10:14 But when Jesus saw this, He was indignant and told them, "Let the little children come to Me, and do not hinder them! For the kingdom of God belongs to such as these. Luke 6:20 Looking up at His disciples, Jesus said: "Blessed are you who are poor, for yours is the kingdom of God. Luke 22:29 And I bestow on you a kingdom, just as My Father has bestowed one on Me, James 5:11 See how blessed we consider those who have persevered. You have heard of Job's perseverance and have seen the outcome from the Lord. The Lord is full of compassion and mercy. 1 Peter 3:14 But even if you should suffer for what is right, you are blessed. "Do not fear what they fear; do not be shaken." Treasury of Scripture Blessed are they which are persecuted for righteousness' sake: for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. are. Matthew 10:23 Psalm 37:12 Mark 10:30 for. Matthew 5:3 2 Thessalonians 1:4-7 James 1:12 |