The Righteousness that Causes a Response

Summary

The sermon explores the righteousness described in the Beatitudes, emphasizing the righteousness of Christ that believers must seek by faith. It highlights that this righteousness will provoke a response from the world, either conversion or persecution, and encourages believers to rejoice in their suffering for righteousness' sake. The preacher calls for self-examination to confirm one's place in the kingdom of God and urges repentance and faith in Christ for salvation and spiritual growth. The ultimate reward for enduring persecution is great joy and eternal usefulness in God's kingdom.