What is Persecution? | 1 Peter 1-5 | Pastor Andrew Coleman | July 6, 2025

In this message, Pastor Andrew Coleman unpacks what the Bible says about persecution—what it is, why it happens, and how believers are called to respond. From social rejection and slander to imprisonment and even martyrdom, Scripture shows us that suffering for Christ is not a surprise—it's part of our calling. Drawing from 1 Peter and church history, this sermon encourages believers to face trials with courage, hope, and unwavering faith in God's grace and glory. “If anyone suffers as a Christian, let him not be ashamed…” – 1 Peter 4:16. ________________________________________ Links to Sermon Notes & Answers: ➤Sermon Notes (Blank): https://www.sheridanhills.org/_files/ugd/30fec2_4a55232d41024253ad35bf6965d7300c.pdf ➤Sermon Notes (Answers): https://www.sheridanhills.org/_files/ugd/30fec2_67e22fe7022745e8be3b05e104a0551c.pdf ________________________________________ Subscribe to this channel to catch weekly expositional sermons from the Bible. ________________________________________ Explore more sermons and information: https://www.sheridanhills.org/watch-new ________________________________________ Follow us: ➤Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sheridanhills/ ➤Twitter: https://twitter.com/sheridanhills01 ➤Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sheridanhills/