By R. Jayakumar "Since persecution is painful, often Christians react in defensive ways. It leads them sometimes even to politicize the issue. A church planter should view persecution through an eschatological lens. Our task is to prepare the Church for persecution; not to prevent it. Martyrdom and the Mission of God are inseparable, linked together within the Church by unbreakable chains. Jesus forewarns us of this in John 16:1 – 4 so that His people will not stumble when persecution breaks out. The Church must keep witnessing for the Truth even in midst of severe persecution (Rev. 2:8 – 10; 3:8 – 10). Father, Help me to face persecutions with courage and faith in your Word. Amen."
Posted on: Thu, 01 Aug 2013 23:32:49 +0000