Preparing for Persecution — John 15:18-16:4

from Following Jesus · host David Cipriano

In John 15, Jesus is preparing His disciples for life without Him once He departs. And He gives them some warnings and encouragements about persecution. Because if you’re going to be a committed disciple, then opposition is inevitable. So in today’s Bible study, we’ll see why the world hates Christians along with some comforting words from Jesus. And then at the end, I’ll give you 5 practical takeaways.Related videos:What It Takes to Be a Committed Follower of Christ — https://youtu.be/uouHHVUse_0The Wildly Different Responses to Jesus — https://youtu.be/Z1jHSQ32aekHey! I’m David Cipriano, and I’m a youth pastor with a passion for expository teaching, biblical theology, and Christian apologetics.Follow me on Instagram, TikTok, and Threads: @itsdavidciprianoFollow me on X: @itsdavidcip0:00 Intro1:41 What persecution is, and how it’s experienced5:32 Jesus’ warning about persecution6:01 The world hates Christians because they hate Christ.10:50 The world hates Christians because we are not of the world.14:03 The world hates Christians because they don’t know God.18:33 Jesus’ encouragement for persecution—they would receive the Holy Spirit.21:26 They would remember Jesus’ words.25:09 Summary and practical takeawaysBible passages in this video:John 15:18-27, John 7:7, 1 Samuel 8:7, 2 Timothy 3:12, Romans 12:2, 1 John 4:7-8, Matthew 5:44, 1 John 4:4, John 16:1-4, Matthew 5:10-12All verses are in the King James Version (KJV).I’m a brand ambassador for Elevated Faith! Buy clothing that helps you share the gospel, and save 15% with my ambassador link!https://elevatedfaith.com/discount/DCipriano1555

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