Friday, July 26, 2013

Persecuted for Speaking the Truth

S-Press On

S-"So Christ has really set us free. Now make sure that you stay free, and don't get tied up again in slavery to the law." Galatians 5:1

A-God's Grace

L-Persecuted for Speaking the Truth

When the truth of God's Word is spoken, many will be offended.

"Dear brothers and sisters, if I were still preaching that you must be circumcised-as some say I do-why would the Jews persecute me? The fact that I am still being persecuted proves that I am still preaching salvation through the cross of Christ alone. I only wish that those troublemakers who want to mutilate you by circumcision would mutilate themselves."  Galatians 5:11-12

Are we willing to endure persecution, rejection, even death for Christ? Paul was, and many despised him because he spoke opposite of them.

There will come a day, when we, followers of Jesus Christ, will be persecuted. For some of us today, we have faced rejection from loved ones, because we stand for Christ. I say to you, sweet one, keep standing for Christ. No matter the difficulty, no matter the isolation you feel, remain faithful.

God is faithful and true. He is a just God. He is a God who saved us and is worthy of our devotion and praise. He is a committed God who is with us. We must remain in Him and draw near to Him. 

"Study this Book of the Law continually. Meditate on it day and night so you may be sure to obey all that is written in it. Only then will you succeed. I command you-be strong and courageous! Do not be afraid or discouraged. For the Lord your God is with you wherever you go." Joshua 1:9

Brethren, many will find what we teach and preach about Christ to be foolish. Some will mock us, some will reject us, some will persecute us, but we must press on, just as Paul did.

S-Share the truth of the Good News with all who will listen, no matter the outcome of those who don't believe.