Persecuted For Jesus' Sake

Persecution has been part of the Christian faith from the very beginning. In this episode, we examine the persecution faced by believers in the early church and compare it with the suffering many Christians still endure today for following Jesus Christ.Drawing from 1 Peter 1:6–8, we reflect on Peter’s words to the exiles—believers who were tested by trials yet anchored by a living hope through eternal life in Christ. Though they were grieved by suffering, their faith produced endurance, joy, and unshakable trust in God.This message reminds us that persecution does not mean God has abandoned His people. Instead, it reveals a faith that is refined, strengthened, and sustained by hope that cannot be taken away. Join us as we explore what it truly means to be persecuted for Jesus’s sake and how believers today can stand firm with confidence in Him.(Originally aired November 12, 2022.)