Sermons About Persecution
Galatians 5.7-12: The Supremacy of Christ in Truth
Paul encourages the Galatians to live a life of obedience to the truth of God. They have been hindered from doing such by some false teachers. Paul in a most graphic manner wishes those hindering the Galatians to be rendered powerless. In this passage Paul takes us from the track and field arena, to the kitchen and to the movies with a closing scene that would cause the FCC and the MPAA to cringe. Paul's prayer is that truth with prevail in our life!
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What will you sacrifice for the cause?
Many Christians across the world sacrifice, money, stature, safety, and even their lives for the call of Christ. Here in America, we are unlikely to experience the type and scope of persecution our friends endure. We will not be called upon to give such a great sacrifice, but What will you sacrifice for the cause?
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The Trial of Insults
The Good Life that God is inviting us into is a life of open and public identification with Jesus at the risk of insult and even injury.
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Rejoicing In Suffering
Most Christians living in the United States and in Western nations don't realize that over 200 million Christians around the world face persecution. But this persection is not unlike the persecution that was faced by the apostles, for it was caused by the same societal and cultural dynamics that are in play today. The verses in Acts 5 illustrate how the state responded to the burgeoning growth of the early church by enacting and enforcing no-witnessing laws. This marked the 'second wave' of persecution that overtook the early church and it resulted in great resurgence of its numbers. Through history we have seen that persecution is the most prolific means used by the Lord to grow His church and in Acts 5:12-42 we see how the apostles responded in the face of such persecution. This serves as a powerful example of how Christians today should respond to contemporary circumstances. God continues to show the world that no one under Heaven will silence the gospel of Jesus Christ!
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How Should Christians Respond To Persecution -- Psalm 83
As Christians in North America become more aware of persecution around this world, the question arises as to how we should respond. There are many things we can do, but what the Bible tells us we should do first and foremost is pray. (This sermon was preached for the International Day of Prayer For the Persecuted Church 2008.)
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Mission on the Margins
In the 21st c entury, Christians no longer have a favored place at the center of society; we're on the margins again, where we do best...
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A Blessing, A Strong Reality and a Mighty Prayer
When Jesus returns, he will not only punish the unbelievers, but also all who do not obey the gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ. They will be punished with: * Everlasting destruction * Shut-out from the presence of the Lord * Shut-out from the majesty of His Power
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The Spirit and Your Suffering
What surprising and exciting adventures wait for those who live missionally under the reign of a sovereign King!
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Colossians 1:24-25
Colossians 1:24-25 Before launching into the main section of his letter, Paul introduces himself in some detail. He explains his ministry in light of the gospel, seeing himself as continuing the ministry of Jesus. Paul's ministry could rightfully be summarized as suffering for the body of Christ in order to make Jesus known among the nations. In these few dense verses, Paul explains this summarization.
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Taking Risks for the City
God's plan for the city invites us to risk for the city. Jesus left comfort and security to save us. He works in us so we will take risks to bring the blessings of the gospel to people in the city.
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