The Beatitudes #8 - The Persecuted. “Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness sake for theirs is the kingdom of heaven”. Jesus gives us 8 short sayings on being blessed. These sayings are called The Beatitudes. Today we focus on Matthew 5:10. Message by Pastor Brian McVitty. Our featured song is the classic “For All the Saints” by The Big Sing. Co-host and production: Derek Welsman.