God blesses those who are persecuted for doing right

“Bless those who persecute you; bless and do not curse them.” (Rom. 12:14 ESV)

The Bible records the persecution of God's people in both the Old and New Testaments. It began in Genesis 4:3-7 with the persecution of the righteous by the unrighteous when Cain murdered his brother Abel. Christians are persecuted because their belief in Jesus Christ as Savior does not conform to the godlessness of a sinful world. The Bible tells us to bless those who persecute us and pray for them.

Love your enemies

“Love your enemies! Do good to those who hate you. Bless those who curse you. Pray for those who hurt you. If someone slaps you on one cheek, offer the other cheek also. If someone demands your coat, offer your shirt also.” (Luke 6:27-29 NLT)

Let God fight your battles

The Lord will fight for you, and you have only to be silent.” (Eco. 14:14 ESV)

“When a man's ways please the Lord, he makes even his enemies to be at peace with him.” (Prov. 16:17 ESV)

“Though I walk in the midst of trouble, you preserve my life; you stretch out your hand against the wrath of my enemies, and your right hand delivers me.” (Psalm 138:7ESV)

Therefore…

“God blesses those who are persecuted for doing right, for the Kingdom of Heaven is theirs. God blesses you when people mock you and persecute you and lie about you and say all sorts of evil things against you because you are my followers. Be happy about it! Be very glad! For a great reward awaits you in heaven” (Matt. 5:10-12 NLT).