To be a Christian is to be persecuted. Paul is dealing with what our reaction should be; not just a neutral reaction but blessing the persecutors. This is the teaching…
The northern kingdom had gone after Baal. God raised up Elijah, the greatest prophet. We are not all called to be Elijahs but we are called to be faithful to…
The arresting party comes with swords and clubs because they fear Jesus. People fear that there is an authority they are accountable to. There is often a violent response to…
Here is another Psalm written for the suffering Saviour at the Passover. When the church is weak and people mock, where is God? He is in the heavens and we…
Bible Text: Mark 13:9-13 | Preacher: James Allan | Series: Mark | All Christians will suffer persecution. There is no shame in suffering for Jesus' sake. It is worth it…
Bible Text: Acts 14 | Preacher: Alun Johnson | Paul and Barnabas show us how to deal with persecution. They spoke boldly, having confidence in God, and were realistic about…
Bible Text: Romans 8:35-37 | Preacher: James Allan | Series: Romans | Here is another concern: might the believer not come into glory because of persecution? We live in a…
Bible Text: Romans 8:31 | Preacher: James Allan | Series: Romans | With all the things Paul has spread out for us, one conclusion is that God is on our…
Bible Text: Philippians 3:20-21 | Preacher: James Allan | Series: Philippians | The Lord Jesus Christ is coming back to this world and will make all things right. The world…
Bible Text: Philippians 1:27-30 | Preacher: James Allan | Series: Philippians | Paul is concerned for the Philippians in his absence; were they still walking as Christians? How are we…