Summary:
Throughout the ages, Christians have been persecuted for their faith. Today is no different. More people suffer and die for their faith now than ever before. Nigeria, Pakistan, Indonesia, and India are front lines of violent Christian persecution. How do we respond? What do we do? How do we hang on to our faith when the heat is turned up and our Christianity is in the crucible?
INFO: Martyrs
IMPRINT: Voice of the Martyrs: Pray
INSIGHT: Persecuted Church in China
Sermon Notes:
When the Church comes under pressure, the Holy Spirit shows up.
- Acts 4:23-33
What to do when you are in the crucible
1) Practice Prayer
- Acts 4:11-12
2) Recognize the Redeemer
- John 14:6
- Daniel 3:19, 24-25
3) Find Fresh Fire
- Jeremiah 20:9
- Malachi 3:2-3
