“Rejoice and be glad, because great is your reward in heaven, for in the same way they persecuted the prophets who were before you.” ~Matthew 5:12

“Blessed are you when people insult you, persecute you and falsely say all kinds of evil against you because of me.” ~Matthew 5:11

“Blessed are those who are persecuted because of righteousness, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.” ~Matthew 5:10

“Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God.” ~Matthew 5:9

“Blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God.” ~Matthew 5:8

“Blessed are the merciful, for they will be shown mercy.” ~Matthew 5:7

“Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be filled.” ~Matthew 5:6

“Blessed are the meek,  for they will inherit the earth.” ~Matthew 5:5

“Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted.” ~Matthew 5:4

“You who seek God, may your hearts live!” ~Psalm 69:32