Charles Simeon's Horae Homileticae - Matthew 5:10-12
DISCOURSE: 1294PERSECUTION FOR RIGHTEOUSNESS’ SAKEMatthew 5:10-12. Blessed are they which are persecuted for righteousness’ sake: for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Blessed are ye, when men shall revile you, and persecute you, and shall say all manner of evil against you falsely, for my sake. Rejoice, and be exceeding glad: for great is your reward in heaven: for so persecuted they the prophets which were before you.CHRISTIANITY, to one who is not acquainted with its real nature, must appear... read more
Sermon Bible Commentary - Matthew 5:11
Matthew 5:11 The words of the text contain a distinct and cogent motive for religious life and service. We are to be religious men and to do religious things "for Christ's sake." I. The urgency of such a motive involves a very distinct doctrine concerning Christ. It has important and suggestive bearings upon His distinctive character. (1) Is it not, to say the least, a remarkable, nay a unique principle, of religious obligation? The claim is so daring, it is preferred so frequently and in such... read more