Mattityahu (Mat) 5:9 CJB
Blessings in the Mighty Name of Yeshua Hamashiach!
Mattityahu (Mat) 5:9 CJB
[9] “How blessed are those who make peace! for they will be called sons of God.
We are to, in following Christ’s example, worship God in the midst of trials and sufferings; even if unjustly or innocently, with hearts bowed and surrendered we can bring pleasure to the heart of the Father. Jesus tells us to take up our cross if we are to follow Him. What does the cross, this persecution represent? It represents lives that have determined that God alone is the reason we live. It represents lives that say, “I will not live for the glory of man.” It represents individuals who have been delivered from the illusion that “self ” is worth keeping. As individuals, we see who God is and why we live. When you’re the object of someone’s criticism, seize the opportunity, and offer to God worship—for yours is the kingdom of heaven. What you’re giving to God is why He made men: to offer praise in spite of your circumstances!
Shalom
Pastor Williams