Rejoice ye in that day, and leap for joy: for, behold, your reward is great in heaven: for in the like manner did their fathers unto the prophets.
When that happens, celebrate! Actually jump up and down with joy, because your reward in heaven is going to be incredible. Remember, people treated the prophets the exact same way back in the day.
When the world gives you hate for doing what's right, that's actually your cue to celebrate, heaven's keeping score.
📚 Historical Context
In the context of Jesus' Sermon on the Plain in Luke's Gospel, this verse is part of the Beatitudes where Jesus addresses his disciples and the crowds, blessing those who face persecution for their faith. He draws a parallel to the Old Testament prophets, such as Isaiah and Jeremiah, who were often rejected and mistreated by their own people in ancient Israel. This highlights the ongoing pattern of opposition faced by God's messengers throughout biblical history.
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