Luke 6:26 “Woe to you when all men speak well of you, For so did their fathers to the false prophets.”
Though the Jews of Jesus’ day would claim solidarity with the true prophets, it was the same kind of group that aligned themselves with the false prophets in the past. Jesus points this out here. Persecution is not a new thing. People of faith have suffered it form the beginning. We must never be tempted to feel sorry for ourselves when we are mistreated for Christ’s sake. The alternative is more to be feared.
Heavenly Father, You have for all of history been there for Your people. You have seen every tear and comforted every heart that belonged to You. You are our great consolation and wonderful reward! I will praise You for Your faithfulness is beyond all we could ask. In the Name of the Lord Jesus Christ I pray and praise You, Amen.