Doing Right
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Have you ever suffered for doing the right thing? Have you ever been marginalized, discriminated against, or persecuted for your beliefs?
We can experience hardships, suffering, and even persecution as we live out our faith in the world. Sometimes we can receive bad outcomes from living righteous lives. Even though we may experience marginalization, discrimination, or persecution for our beliefs, Jesus promises us the kingdom of heaven.
In the Beatitudes, from the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus said, “Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness’ sake, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.” (Matthew 5:10, ESV).
May we be of good courage as we live our faith in righteousness, even in the face of adversity, trusting God has reserved for us the kingdom of heaven.
A Collect for Mission II: “Keep watch, dear Lord, with those who work, or watch, or weep this night, and give your angels charge over those who sleep. Tend the sick, Lord Christ; give rest to the weary, bless the dying, soothe the suffering, pity the afflicted, shield the joyous; and all for your love’s sake. Amen.” (Book of Common Prayer, 2019).
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