Matthew 5:10 Blessed are they which are persecuted for righteousness’ sake: for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. 25 I MC VC

2 Corinthians 12:10 Therefore I take pleasure in infirmities, in reproaches, in necessities, in persecutions, in distresses for Christ’s sake: for when I am weak, then am I strong. 17 I MC VC

2 Timothy 3:12 Yea, and all that will live godly in Christ Jesus shall suffer persecution. 27 I MC VC