Stephen

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The Unseen Blessing: How Persecution Reveals the Kingdom

This is a strong, expository sermon on Matthew 5:10, effectively using Acts 7 as an illustrative text. The pastor faithfully defines righteousness and persecution, carefully distinguishing the latter from the consequences of personal folly. The message is Christ-centered, grounding the believer's strength to endure not in human will, but in Christ's presence and finished work. The homiletical structure is clear, and the application to pray for persecutors is both biblical and practical. The sermon is an excellent example of feeding the flock with sound doctrine and pastoral care.

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