The Character of a Sound Christian: Mark Seventeen

The Character of a Sound Christian in 17 Marks by Thomas Hooker .

Mark Seventeen: If you desire Christ for His holiness' sake, which, if you do, then you will take all that comes with holiness, whether it is shame, disgrace, or persecution.

Matthew 5:10-12 "Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness' sake, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Blessed are you when others revile you and persecute you and utter all kinds of evil against you falsely on my account. Rejoice and be glad, for your reward is great in heaven, for so they persecuted the prophets who were before you.

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