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The first followers of Jesus were persecuted by Jewish leaders who were offended by the new teaching of Jesus, which revealed God’s truth with authority (see Matthew 10:17–23; 11:2–6; 12:1–8; 15:1–20; 23:34–36). Since then, following Jesus and his teachings has often led to persecution (10:24–25; 2 Timothy 3:12).
Events
- Sermon on the Mountc. AD 28
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Glossary
Beatitudes Biblical Concept of Law Eternal Life Gospel Gospel of Matthew Heal, Healing Jesus Christ Life Moses Peter, First Letter of Poetry, Biblical Reward Sea of Galilee
Topics
Being Persecuted Christian Conduct: Blessedness of Maintaining Church: Kingdom of Heaven Doing the Right Thing Graces: (Christian) Happiness of Saints in This Life: Described by Christ in the Beatitudes Happiness of the Righteous Instruction in Religion Martyrs Persecution of the Righteous Persecution: Blessedness of Enduring, for Christ's Sake Religion: True Righteous: Described Righteous: Promises To, Expressed or Implied Righteousness: Blessedness of Being Persecuted For Select Readings: The Beatitudes The Kingdom of God Weariness