Matthew 5:43-6:18

July 29, 2018

Matthew 5:43-6:18

Preacher: Bill Bottger

Series: Matthew

Passage: Matthew 5:43-6:18

Service Type: Sunday Morning

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There is a misconception that once you become a Christian life falls in line, and there are no troubles. Nothing could be further from the truth. 2 Timothy 3:12 says, “…all who desire to live godly in Christ Jesus will suffer persecution.” (NKJV) We may not receive persecution every day, but if we are living a godly life, we shouldn’t be surprised when it occurs. In America it will sometimes be “social” persecution, not a physical persecution. 1 Peter 4:4 says, “They are surprised that you do not join them in their reckless, wild living, and they heap abuse on you.” (NIV) So remember, “if you suffer as a Christian, do not be ashamed, but praise God that you bear that name.” (1 Peter 4:16 NIV) Let us wear Christ’s name as a badge of honor, not cower from it. Something to think about…