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Rejoicing in Persecution

Monday, May 15, 2017 Rejoicing in Persecution Matthew 5:10-12 10  Blessed  are  those who are persecuted for righteousness’ sake,     For theirs is the kingdom of heaven. 11  “Blessed are you when they revile and persecute you, and say all kinds of evil against you falsely for My sake.  12  Rejoice and be exceedingly glad, for great  is  your reward in heaven, for so they persecuted the prophets who were before you. 1 Peter 3:13-14 Now who is there to harm you if you are zealous for what is good? But even if you should suffer for righteousness' sake, you will be blessed. Have no fear of them, nor be troubled, James 1:12 Blessed is the man who remains steadfast under trial, for when he has stood the test he will receive the crown of life, which God has promised to those who love him. 1 Peter 4:13-14 But rejoice insofar as you share Christ's sufferings, that you may also rejoice and be glad whe...

Garden of Peace

Saturday, May 13, 2017 Garden of Peace Scripture: Matthew 5:9 “Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called sons of God.” Romans 12:18 If possible, so far as it depends on you, live peaceably with all. Hebrews 12:14 Strive for peace with everyone, and for the holiness without which no one will see the Lord. Romans 8:14 For all who are led by the Spirit of God are sons of God. Luke 6:35 But love your enemies, and do good, and lend, expecting nothing in return, and your reward will be great, and you will be sons of the Most High, for he is kind to the ungrateful and the evil. James 3:16-18 For where jealousy and selfish ambition exist, there will be disorder and every vile practice. But the wisdom from above is first pure, then peaceable, gentle, open to reason, full of mercy and good fruits, impartial and sincere. And a harvest of righteousness is sown in peace by those who make peace. Galatians 5:22-23 But the fruit of the S...