Martyrdom provides an essential perspective on how to live a meaningful life, advocating for prayerfulness and support for authority while striving to serve those in need. The teachings of martyrs emphasize resilience in the face of adversity, urging individuals not to retaliate when wronged. The contrast between the worldly life of the privileged and the authentic exhortations from those who suffered for their beliefs underlines the call for the church to remain steadfast in its values. The expectation of peril in a changing world should not surprise believers; rather, the true surprise lies in the church conforming to worldly standards.
“Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness' sake, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Blessed are you when others revile you and persecute you and utter all kinds of evil against you falsely on my account. Rejoice and be glad, for your reward is great in heaven, for so they persecuted the prophets who were before you” - Matthew 5:10-11. In this episode Michael Horton, Walter Strickland, Justin Holcomb, and Bob Hiller discuss how the proclamations of Christ renders even the most persecuted as “blessed.” Listen in as the hosts unfold how we share in Christ’s sufferings—and how this suffering is a remarkable blessing for all Christians.
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Featuring: Michael Horton, Bob Hiller, Walter Strickland, and Justin Holcomb