Persecution Series: Expecting Persecution

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Persecution Series: Expecting Persecution

March 24, 2025

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Transcript: Often times, people are told that if they become a Christian they will be prosperous and live free of persecution. But is this true? Not according to the apostle Paul. Hello, I’m Sam Rohrer with another Stand in the Gap Minute. In 2 Timothy 3:12, Paul wrote “all who desire to live a godly life in Christ Jesus will be persecuted.” Suffering is the norm, not the exception, for those who live like Christ. Unlike the feel-good messages some communicate today, those who live a godly life should expect persecution rather than prosperity. Just as Paul, the other apostles, and even Jesus faced trials for doing what was right. So we must be prepared to face adversity when we commit to living according to biblical truth. Our response should not be surprise when we’re persecuted, but rather to stand firm in boldness and love when others reject Jesus Christ the object of our faith. Discover more at American Pastors Network dot net.

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