Matthew 5:10-12

10 "Happy are those who are persecuted because they do what God requires; ¹ the Kingdom of heaven belongs to them!

11 "Happy are you when people insult you and persecute you and tell all kinds of evil lies against you because you are my followers. ²

12 Be happy and glad, for a great reward is kept for you in heaven. This is how the prophets who lived before you were persecuted. ³

Cross References

• 1. 5.10 1 Peter 3.14.
• 2. 5.11 1 Peter 4.14.
• 3. 5.122 Chronicles 36.16; +2Si 2.8; +1Ac 7.52.