“Rejoice and be glad, for your reward in heaven is great; for in the same way they persecuted the prophets who were before you.”
— Matthew 5:12 NASB1995
😄 Celebrate What the World Doesn’t Understand
Getting mocked for your faith? Jesus says—don’t just survive it. Rejoice.
That might sound backwards, but here’s the truth: when people push back because you’re living for Christ, you’re in good company. The prophets. The apostles. Jesus Himself. And your reward? It’s not a few likes. It’s eternal.
🔊 Real Talk:
- What would it look like to rejoice when others insult you for your faith?
- How can you remind yourself of your real reward?
✨ Try This:
Create a “joy list”—five things that remind you why Jesus is worth it. Read it when you’re tempted to give up or fit in.
✍️ Prayer:
Jesus, give me joy that doesn’t depend on people’s approval. Help me celebrate even when I’m misunderstood. Remind me that I’m never alone. Amen.
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I’m a follower of Christ, learning daily to walk the narrow path laid out in His Word. Through Rooted & Raised: Anchoring Women & Children in Christ, I simply seek to point others back to Scripture, tested by the Holy Spirit, lived out in faith, and anchored in truth.
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