Father, thank you, Lord, for not leaving us comfortless; your
promises ignite in us the zeal to continue to proclaim your name
and goodness no matter the humiliations and rejections we face.
Father, I ask for your grace to keep the fire of your word burning
and remain fervent in all seasons. Amen.Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God. Blessed are those who are persecuted
because of righteousness, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. “Blessed are you when people insult you,
persecute you and falsely say all kinds of evil against you because of me.