Untimidated by Persecution

Acts 5:12-42

Persecution: hostility and ill-treatment especially because of race or political/religious beliefs.

How to handle persecution:

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John 15:18-20            1 Peter 4:12

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Acts 5:41                      1 Peter 4:13-14 Matthew 5:10-12a

We can rejoice in persecution because…

we are counted worthy of it

it proves our faith is genuine

we can relate to Jesus better

it helps strengthen our faith

we have a great reward

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Acts 5:42 Acts 14:22

Questions:  Is there any specific opposition/persecution you are facing in life?

If not, what may be holding you back or intimidating you from sharing or living out your faith?