Choral Choir (SATB) - Level 4 - Digital Download SKU: A0.854065 Composed by Kevin G. Pace (ASCAP), Mary Ann W. Snowball. Praise & Worship,Sacred,Spiritual. Octavo. 3 pages. Kevin G. Pace #460625. Published by Kevin G. Pace (A0.854065). A sacred hymn with music by Kevin G. Pace and text by Mary Ann W. Snowball. Text: Blessed are the persecuted for the righteousâ sake. When afflicted and despised, Godâs pure name they take. Accusations may befall from enemies who err. Those who triumph (conquer) faithfully gather heavenâs care. Persecution was the path our Savior, Jesus, walked. As we follow Him weâll find (see) joy will be unlocked. Blessed are the persecuted, criticized, and torn, Who have modeled charity when their souls are worn. They will be rewarded with pure heavnâly love on high. Theirs will be the blessing of being sanctified. Persecution was the path our Savior, Jesus, walked. As we follow Him weâll find (see) joy will be unlocked. Blessed are the persecutedâtheyâve a promised place As they tread a thorny path searching for Godâs face. Blessed are the righteous ones who follow in His trail; Even with condemning, they see beyond the veil. Persecution was the path our Savior, Jesus, walked. As we follow Him weâll find (see) joy will be unlocked.