It is Hard to Beat Someone Who Never Gives Up!

As Christians in the United States we have not been persecuted as in other nations and have suffered little.  As we broaden our horizon and have a more international perspective we realize this is not the norm for so many countries around the world.  Realizing the blessing we have enjoyed in the past, now we must be ever vigilant and committed to do our part, how ever small or large, in strengthening the brethren for the days ahead.  To be courageous and strong for the brethren we must first be resolved to grow our personal and individual faithfulness in Christ as His committed and devoted followers have been over the millenniums since the day of Pentecost.  This morning’s sermon, “How to Be Courageous When Facing the Fear of Persecution and Suffering!” will help us make right choices now to be strong and courageous when facing persecution and suffering.  First, we will examine three Scriptural choices that will embolden us to be fearless when facing persecution.  These are tough choices we need to make daily now to prepare for what our future will hold.  Second, we must also understand the correct Scriptural choices to be made now to prepare us for the painful sufferings which often come with persecutions. To conclude the lesson, we will discover the importance of continually having the spiritual perspective and understanding that this life in our physical bodies is only temporary.  You must remember, “After you have suffered for a little while, the God of all grace, who called you to His eternal glory in Christ, will Himself perfect, confirm,strengthen, and establish you.  To Him be dominion forever and ever, amen!”  1 Peter 5:10-11