Rather than reacting to mistreatment with despair or anger, Jesus calls His followers to genuine celebration rooted in the certainty of their heavenly reward. They join a long and honoured line of God's faithful people.
Memory phrase: Great is your reward in heaven
Talk about it: What is the best reward you can imagine? How is heaven even better?
Prayer: God, thank You that my reward in heaven is great. Help me be joyful even when things are hard.