Blessed Are the Persecuted
Stand in the Gap
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Faith, Religion, Spiritual, Talk Show, TV-PG, 31-May-2026
Why does living righteously lead to persecution? The eighth Beatitude reveals a surprising truth: those who work as peacemakers often face the most opposition. Could your willingness to face rejection for Christ's sake actually be a mark of authentic discipleship?
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