2 Timothy 3:12 English Standard Version (ESV)
12 Indeed, all who desire to live a godly life in Christ Jesus will be persecuted,
John 16:33 New American Standard Bible (NASB)
33 These things I have spoken to you, so that in Me you may have peace. In the world you have tribulation, but take courage; I have overcome the world.”
2 Timothy 4:3-4 The Voice (VOICE)
3 because a time will come when some will no longer tolerate sound teaching. Instead, they will live by their own desires; they’ll scratch their itching ears by surrounding themselves with teachers who approve of their lifestyles and tell them what they want to hear. 4 They will turn away from the real truth you have to offer because they prefer the sound of fables and myths.
“Leave safety behind. Put your body on the line. Stand before the people you fear and speak your mind--even if your voice shakes. When you least expect it, someone may actually listen to what you have to say. Well-aimed slingshots can topple giants.” --Maggie Kuhn
My pastor spoke this morning on being a confident witness. We need this confidence as Christians in what is rapidly becoming a post-Christian America. Take the courage Jesus is offering and put it to good use. Standing up for Jesus is more than a song sung in church. It is our charge, our rallying cry.
Ready for the Times to Get Better - Doc Watson and David Holt
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