2 Corinthians 8
²⁰We want to avoid any criticism of the way we administer this liberal gift.

Psalm 7
A shiggaion of David, which he sang to the LORD concerning Cush, a Benjamite.
¹ O LORD my God, I take refuge in you; save and deliver me from all who pursue me,

Matthew 5
¹¹"Blessed are you when people insult you, persecute you and falsely say all kinds of evil against you because of me.

Matthew 5
Love for Enemies
⁴³"You have heard that it was said, 'Love your neighbor and hate your enemy.' ⁴⁴But I tell you: Love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you,

John 15
²⁰Remember the words I spoke to you: 'No servant is greater than his master.'  If they persecuted me, they will persecute you also. If they obeyed my teaching, they will obey yours also.