Suffering Persecution

Scripture:

II Timothy 3:12 "Yes, and all who desire to live godly in Christ Jesus will suffer persecution".

Observation:

Many people today preach a gospel that says if you come to Jesus, you will never have another problem. You'll be rich, powerful, healthy and wise! This message is wonderful to hear and people get excited when they hear it. I love the Apostle Paul! He says the opposite, "all who desire to live godly in Christ Jesus will suffer persecution". WOW! Isn't that uplifting? The truth is that we will suffer persecution in this world, but God will bring us through every trial as we lean on Him. He will deliver His people!

Application:

When bad things happen, and they will, you don't always have to rebuke the devil. Sometimes you have to go through some stuff in this life. Persecution and difficult times really develop our character and God is very concerned with our character. God is faithful and won't allow us to go through more than we can bear, but He will allow us to go through some tough things which will help shape us if we will let it. We must stay on the potter's wheel and allow the process to help us grow. We must remain strong in faith and know our God will deliver us from every persecution.

Prayer:

Lord, let us be strong in the Lord and in the power of His might. Let us face persecution straight on and know You will help us. You are the best. Teach us to walk through every problem with faith in You alone!

Love,
Jeff