Matthew 5:10  "Blessed are they which are persecuted for righteousness’ sake: for theirs is the kingdom of heaven."

This is the very real cost of being as Jesus. He was persecuted, and you will be persecuted. The forces of evil do not give up their ground easily, they will attack you when threatened. Yet, in Jesus, your victory is secure. Persecutions are tests of faith, and faith will see you through all of them. 

Being falsely persecuted is nothing less than the "divine credential" that tells you and all that you are truly being as Jesus.