In Episode 4 of Straight Bible, we continue our deep dive into the Sermon on the Mount, unpacking Matthew 5:10–12 and the shocking reality that persecution isn’t an exception to Christianity — it’s part of the calling from day one. Jesus shifts from “blessed are they” to “blessed are YOU,” making the message intensely personal and forcing believers to confront what discipleship actually costs. Sermon on the Mount Episode 4 _… This episode explores biblical persecution, counting the cost of following Christ, and why modern Christianity often avoids the harder teachings found throughout Scripture. From the Beatitudes to Acts, Peter, and Paul, we examine how early believers embraced suffering, endurance, and faithfulness — and what that means for Christians living in comfort today. If Christianity is about transformation rather than comfort, are we prepared for what Jesus actually taught? 🔎 Topics Covered The final Beatitude: persecution for righteousness’ sake Why Jesus warns believers about suffering upfront Counting the cost of discipleship (Luke 14) Persecution in Acts vs modern Christianity Biblical endurance, patience, and trials The difference between suffering for righteousness vs consequences of sin The early Church’s model of faith under pressure Living faith vs cultural Christianity Patreon (Watch Live episodes, early & ad free): https://www.patreon.com/NephilimDeathSquad Website & Merch: https://nephilimdeathsquad.com Listen/Watch: Audio Podcast: nephilimdeathsquad.carrd.co/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@NephilimDeathSquad X: https://twitter.com/NephilimDSquad Instagram: https://instagram.com/nephilimdeathsquad Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/share/1AscxBNoH4/ Contact: [email protected] TopLobsta: X: https://twitter.com/TopLobsta Instagram: https://instagram.com/TopLobsta Merch: https://TopLobsta.com Raven: X: https://twitter.com/DavidLCorbo Instagram: https://instagram.com/ravenofnds Matt Hepner – The Standard Coffee: Instagram: @thestandardclcl Website: https://www.thestandardclcl.com/ Sponsors/Affiliates: Weld Protein Energy Drink: ​​Drink Weld Little Palm Coconut Water: Little Palm Milk & Honey Coffee co: Milk & Honey Ellas Popcorn: ellaspopcorn.com Rife Tech – https://realsrifetechnology.com/ (Code: NEPHILIM for 10% off) Purge Store – https://purgestore.com/ (Code: NEPHILIM for 10% off) Credits: Intro Animation: @jslashr on X Music: @Dallas_spitfire on X | https://gmbpod.com/ Listen to full intro music here! https://m.soundcloud.com/gmbsounds/nephilim-death-squad?utm_source=mobi&utm_campaign=social_sharing