Living in the receding shadows of the end of the age, Christians are faced with persecution for standing up for Jesus. The Bible teaches that those who live a life of righteousness will be persecuted, and that this persecution is a sign of their love and courage for the Lord. In this message, we explore the reasons for persecution, including the life we show, the lies we suffer, and the Lord we serve. We also examine the results of persecution, including personal insults, physical intimidation, and social injustice. Finally, we discuss how to respond to persecution, including learning to reign in life, rejoicing in the Lord, and releasing love to those who persecute us.
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