The Opposition is the Opportunity | Pastor Craig Rice | February 18th, 2024
Bible reading: Luke 21:12-19
12 “But before all this occurs, there will be a time of great persecution. You will be dragged into synagogues and prisons, and you will stand trial before kings and governors because you are my followers.
13 But this will be your opportunity to tell them about me.
14 So don’t worry in advance about how to answer the charges against you,
15 for I will give you the right words and such wisdom that none of your opponents will be able to reply or refute you!
16 Even those closest to you—your parents, brothers, relatives, and friends—will betray you. They will even kill some of you.
17 And everyone will hate you because you are my followers.
18 But not a hair of your head will perish!
19 By standing firm, you will win your souls.
devotional:
As followers of Christ, we are not promised an easy journey. In fact, Jesus himself warns us of the trials and persecutions that will come. Yet, these very challenges are opportunities to testify to His goodness and faithfulness. Today, reflect on how you can stand firm in your faith, using difficulties as a platform to share the hope found in Jesus.
question for reflection:
What current trial can you view as an opportunity to witness for Christ?