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The Apostles' Surprising Reaction
After being flogged by the Sanhedrin, the apostles react surprisingly, rejoicing that they have been considered worthy to suffer for Jesus' name. Far from being discouraged, they continue their ministry every day in the Temple and in people's homes, teaching and proclaiming the good news. Luke shows that persecution, far from stopping the Gospel, paradoxically contributes to its spread.
Matthew 5.11-12 (King James Version) :Blessed are ye, when men shall revile you, and persecute you, and shall say all manner of evil against you falsely, for my sake.Rejoice, and be exceeding glad: for great is your reward in heaven: for so persecuted they the prophets which were before you.King James Version (1769), domaine public — texte : eBible.org