⭐ Persecution From Other Christians: Dealing With The Pain & Affliction ⭐
- Many New Christians Face Opposition From Within The Christian Church
- Not All Resistance And Abuse Comes From The World
- Faith Is Often Tested Closest To Home
⭐ Why It Happens ⭐
- You Are Difficult To Manipulate Or To Fully Control
- Sometimes It’s Because Of Jealousy And Pride
- A Firm Religious Tradition Over A Real Relationship With Jesus
- Because Of Their Misunderstanding Of What True Faith Is
- The Blindness Of Their Heart
- The Enemy Is Involved In Their Motives
KJV: “They shall put you out of the synagogues.” — John 16:2
⭐ Biblical Examples ⭐
- Paul Was Persecuted By Real Religious Leaders
- David Opposed By Those That Were The Closest And Nearest To Him
- Jesus Was Rejected By His Own People
KJV: “A prophet is not without honour, save in his own country.” — Matthew 13:57
⭐ The Pain Of Internal Persecution ⭐
- Words Can Definitely Wound “Deeply” Within The Heart
- Rejection Can Feel Painful Sometimes & Your Heart Will Feel It
- Your Faith Is Actually Being Stretched; Not Destroyed
KJV: “The wounds of a friend are faithful.” — Proverbs 27:6 (Jesus)
⭐ How GOD Uses It ⭐
- He Uses It To Shed Light And To Refine Motives
- He Uses It To Build Spiritual Strength & Endurance
- He Uses It To Expose Wrong
- It Teaches Us Pure Dependence On GOD Almighty; Alone
KJV: “Beloved, think it not strange concerning the fiery trial which is to try you; as though some strange thing has happened unto you..” — 1 Peter 4:12
⭐ How To Respond ⭐
- You Must Give It All To God; No Matter How You Feel
- Start Walking In Genuine Love And True Humility
- Don’t Retaliate; Let God Address It
- Stay Focused And Anchored In Truth And In Your Calling
- Pray Earnestly And Ask God To Give Them Mercy And Grace
KJV: “Bless them which persecute you.” — Romans 12:14
⭐ Encouragement For Brand New Believers ⭐
- Your Faith Is Really Genuine
- Trust This: GOD Sees Everything
- Have Perfect Peace In Knowing That You Are Not Alone
- God’s Is Watching Over You Closely; Considering You
- Know In Your Heart, Mind And Soul That You Are So Blessed
KJV: “Blessed are ye, when men shall revile you.” — Matthew 5:11
⭐ Final Truth ⭐
- The Opposition Does Not Ever Cancel Your Calling
- GOD Uses Rejection For Growth
- Faith That Endures… Is Faith Approved By Jesus Himself
- You Can Always Count On Jesus