Blessings Through Persecution

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Leading The Way with Dr. Michael Youssef

Michael Youssef, Christianity, Religion & Spirituality, Sermons, Bible Study, Theology, Health & Fitness, Jesus, Mental Health, Preaching, Bible, Spirituality, Religion, Holy Spirit, Ltw, Leading The Way

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🗓️ 26 November 2025

⏱️ 25 minutes

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Summary

In this final step of Jesus’ superstructure of true happiness, Dr. Youssef proclaims that those who live for Christ will face persecution—not for harshness or pride, but "because of righteousness" and allegiance to the Lord. The world resents the light of Christ in His people, just as Cain resented Abel and as the religious leaders hated Jesus. Yet Jesus declares such believers "blessed", promising a double portion of joy and an eternal reward. When we are insulted, slandered, or rejected for standing on the inerrant Word of God, we must not retreat but rejoice, knowing we are sharing in the suffering of the prophets and of Christ Himself. Our happiness is not found in the world’s approval, but in Christ who lives within us—and in the certainty that His Kingdom is our true home. If today’s teaching stirred a question, burden, or need for prayer, you don’t have to walk through it alone. 🙏 Pastoral Care & Prayer Teams Our trained prayer partners and pastoral care team are available to pray with you and offer Biblical support. https://ltw.org/care 💬 Receive personal answers to your faith questions—anytime, day or night—at: https://myfaithassistant.com If you’ve been blessed by this podcast, please consider a tax-deductible donation to help extend this ministry—so another person can be encouraged, prayed for, and pointed to Christ. ❤️ Support Leading The Way: https://www.ltw.org/donate

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0:00.0	Thank you for making time for leading the way with Dr. Michael Yousath.
0:05.6	If you've listened to Dr. Yousuff for any length of time, you've probably observed his
0:10.8	heart for persecuted brothers and sisters. And it's a fact, persecution is a harsh, current reality,
0:17.9	not just a first-century Bible story. Believers in recent years have faced persecution
0:23.5	all across the Middle East, India, Africa, Central America, and of course in the West by those who
0:30.0	don't hold the same faith or politics. Today, on leading the way, hear the words of Jesus on
0:36.5	persecution. It's a message from Dr. Youssef's
0:39.3	series, Happiness is in you, examining the blessings that God offers those who are persecuted
0:46.7	for Jesus. Listen with me now to this powerful message from Dr. Michael Yousaf.
0:54.5	I want you to turn with me, if you haven't already, to Matthew
0:58.3	Chapter 5, verses 10, 11, and 12.
1:03.4	Blessed are those who are persecuted because of righteousness,
1:09.0	for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Blessed are you, when people
1:17.6	insult you, some translation said, revile you, persecute you, and falsely accuse you of all kinds of
1:27.0	evil against you because of me. evil against you because of me.
1:30.2	Underline that because of me.
1:33.2	Rejoice and be glad because great is your reward in heaven.
1:37.5	For in the same way, they persecuted the prophets who came before you.
1:43.3	This particular beatitude, this top of the top, has double
1:48.5	portion of blessings associated with it. Double portion. This double portion of blessings
1:55.0	are only given for a life that is motivated and propelled by righteous living. This double portion of
2:06.0	blessing is only for those who seek a deeper walk with Christ. This double portion of blessings
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