“Blessed are those who have been persecuted for the sake of righteousness, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Blessed are you when people insult you and persecute you, and falsely say all kinds of evil against you because of Me. *Matthew 5:10-11* You will be hated by all because of My name, but it is the one who has endured to the end who will be saved. *Matthew 10:22* Remember the word that I said to you, ‘A slave is not greater than his master.’ If they persecuted Me, they will also persecute you; if they kept My word, they will keep yours also. *John 15:20* Indeed, all who desire to live godly in Christ Jesus will be persecuted. *2 Timothy 3:12* But even if you should suffer for the sake of righteousness, you are blessed. And do not fear their intimidation, and do not be troubled *1 Peter 3:14* If you are reviled for the name of Christ, you are blessed, because the Spirit of glory and of God rests on you. *1 Peter4:14*