A great reward

A certain writer said: “Just as the world is fed up with me, every day I am more tired of the things of the world.” Beloved brothers, we are partakers of heavenly things, of the grace of God, which we have acquired through the death of His Son on the cross. Jesus has promised us a great reward in heaven, but He also assured us that we would have struggle and difficulties, that this path would not be easy, that we would be hated by all, and we must be prepared for the world to hate us.

The message of Jesus was never an easy message, nor was a message to satisfy others, He never compromised the divine message with human fame, always remained obedient speaking to the people the divine message. It is good that we know that, how difficult the message of Jesus is, it is not an entertainment park where we enjoy its wonders. But another thing that we must understand is that despite being a very difficult road we have an award, that despite being hated by all we have a joy, a peace that surpasses all understanding, a peace that the world can not give us. That peace is given by Christ and if there is someone who is not a Christian reading these lines we want them to know that Christ gives a peace that crosses every line regardless of the problem.

Jesus said:

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

12 Rejoice and be glad, because great is your reward in heaven, for in the same way they persecuted the prophets who were before you.

Matthew 5:11-12

When we are suffering for the grace of Christ we just have to stop and think: “I am blessed”. And it is that we are the most graceful people on the face of the earth when at all times they tell us lying all kinds of evils. We are the most worthy of bliss when they speak against us for the sake of Christ. Remember that passage from the book of Acts when the apostles were being scourged and the Scriptures say that when they left that place they came out joyful because they were taken into account to suffer the reproach of Christ.

Rejoice this day to be part of this, because one day we will receive a great reward in the heavens, an award that has no comparison. Give glory to God.

As followers of Christ, we must constantly remember that this world is not our final home. The Scriptures teach us that we are pilgrims and strangers on earth, walking toward a celestial city whose builder and maker is God. This truth helps us to understand why the world rejects us, why its system opposes everything that Christ represents, and why living faithfully often brings mockery, persecution, or rejection. Yet, even in the midst of these trials, the believer is called to rejoice, for these experiences confirm that we truly belong to the kingdom of God.

The early church understood this deeply. Many of the first Christians endured hardships of every kind—loss of property, imprisonment, exile, and even martyrdom. But despite all of this, they continued to proclaim the message of Christ with boldness. Their joy was not based on earthly comfort, but on the assurance of eternal life. They knew that Christ had overcome the world, and therefore they could face suffering with courage and hope. Their example encourages us today not to be discouraged when difficulties arise because of our faith, but rather to strengthen ourselves in the Lord.

It is important to understand that the reward Jesus promised is not a small or symbolic reward. He speaks of a “great reward,” one that far exceeds any earthly prize or recognition. This reward involves the fullness of His presence, the complete restoration of all things, and the eternal joy that awaits those who persevered in faith. When we meditate on this promise, our perspective changes. The insults, misunderstandings, and trials of the present moment begin to seem light and momentary compared to the eternal weight of glory prepared for us.

Therefore, beloved brothers and sisters, let us continue walking with patience, enduring every test with our eyes fixed on Jesus. Let us not allow the pressure of the world to silence our testimony or weaken our commitment. Instead, let every difficulty remind us that we are on the narrow path that leads to life. And as Christ taught us, let us rejoice and be glad, for our reward in heaven is great. May our lives reflect the unshakeable joy and peace that only He can give.