Posts Tagged ‘Persecution’
False Accusation
There is a venerable tradition in our country of innocent until proven guilty. That doesn’t stop people from accusing, nor jumping to conclusions. As Americans, we have a system that is designed to protect us against false accusations. As Christians, there is no protection. IN THOSE DAYS, Agrippa the king and Bernice arrived at Caesarea…
Read MoreTurn the World Upside Down
Living in the 21st Century has its privileges. It also has its challenges. We have ‘all the best’ technology in the history of mankind. Some would argue we also have the worst moral compass in centuries. Both may be true, or at least arguably true. I think it is time for a change. Brethren, God…
Read MoreConsequences
The past decade or so has seen a drastic shift in social behavior toward Christians. Lawsuits continue to be filed against those who refuse to offer services, claiming the service is against their faith. There is a growing public outcry from Christians that this treatment is unfair. The Lord said to his disciples, “Behold, I…
Read MoreThe Fight from Within
We know from the Scriptures and Christian history that many fight the Church from outside the Church. The Pagan persecution, the Islamic influence, and even secularism have all been fighting the Church. We know how to defeat them, but how do we defeat those who from the Church from within? In those days, Stephen, full…
Read MoreBlessed by Slander
It is unavoidable. Wherever you turn, you will meet people who just speak against you. This can be defeating for sure. Nobody wants to be slandered by others, but as Christians it just cannot be avoided. If they slandered Jesus Christ, they will slander us. At that time, Jesus stood on a level place, with…
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