As Bro. Jeff points out, God’s people are not characterized by giving up. The patience of the saints in the last days is a challenge for Christians today; learn more here.
Blessed be the LORD ~Psalm 28:6
Blessed be the LORD ~Psalm 28:6
Sermons on Persecution
Because of God’s revelation to John, we know what to expect in the future, including the shaking up in the end times. Bro. Jeff explains and shares the sobering message it provides for scoffers, sinners, and saints.
Our culture desperately needs shaking up and filling up like God did in the book of Acts. Bro. Jeff takes a look at revival in the early church, their problem, their praying, and the power they experienced.
Suffering and persecution were in the future for John the Baptist, along with others. What can we learn from their experiences? Bro. Jeff shares and encourages here.
Why does Jesus want us to remember His suffering? In the previous message, we learned about the end He achieved and the enemy He defeated. Tonight, Bro. Jeff details a third reason, the example He set. Learn about His example of selflessness, to His example for spouses, to His example of suffering.
Continuing his encouraging series about Stephen, Bro. Jeff prompts us to ponder on the providence of God and how much the gospel spread as a result of Stephen’s stoning.
What God allows, He uses…for our growth, for the good, for His glory. We learn how the scattering of people sows the seed of the gospel as Bro. Jeff shares how persecution can be good.
Historically, Christians have often been persecuted, and, as Bro. Jeff points out, we or our children may be persecuted in the near future. We often see that as a terrible thing, but listen and learn about the surprisingly wonderful way our sovereign God uses evil for good.
“Turn your eyes upon Jesus, Look full in His wonderful face, And the things of earth will grow strangely dim, In the light of His glory and grace.” The words of the old hymn rang true for Stephen, do they for you? Tonight’s message centers on the Spirit that dominated Stephen.
As we continue in our study of Stephen, our focus turns to his experience as the first martyr. Just as others have been inspired and encouraged by his account, we too benefit from Stephen’s experiences. Bro. Jeff poses a final question of self-reflection; how would you answer?