What does the Bible say about being persecuted for Christ?
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The Bible teaches that persecution for Christ is to be expected, as believers share in His sufferings.
Persecution for Christ is a theme throughout Scripture, indicating that believers will face trials and tribulations because of their faith. Jesus Himself warned His followers in John 16:33 that 'In the world you will have tribulation. But take heart; I have overcome the world.' This affirms that persecution is not a sign of God's absence but rather part of the believer's journey in living out the truth of the Gospel. Acts 16:22-24 illustrates this when Paul and Silas are imprisoned for preaching the Gospel, reinforcing that such suffering is a part of God’s sovereign plan for advancing His Kingdom and bringing glory to His name. Thus, Christians are encouraged to rejoice in their sufferings, knowing they share in Christ's sufferings and that God will use these circumstances for His glory.
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