RESOURCE OF THE MONTH
God commands us to go and make disciples of all nations, including our neighbor (Matthew 28:19:20). We are called to be His witnesses. For many in the world today, being a witness for the Gospel comes at a cost, even the cost of our lives.
Through this short Bible study, you will be reminded that persecution of the Church is a certainty, that persecution is nothing new to the Church, and that it will come to an end when Christ returns.
And as they were stoning Stephen, he called out, “Lord Jesus, receive my spirit.” And falling to his knees he cried out with a loud voice, “Lord, do not hold this sin against them.” And when he had said this, he fell asleep.
(Acts 7:59–60)
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