“A disciple is not above his teacher, nor a servant above his master. It is enough for the disciple to be like his teacher, and the servant like his master. If they have called the master of the house Beelzebul, how much more will they malign those of his household. [Matthew 10:24-25]

Doing some reading for this Sunday’s sermon, I came across this little nugget from Christ-Centered Exposition: Exalting Jesus in Matthew. “Everyone who wants a safe, carefree life free from danger should stay away from Jesus. The world responds with hostility  to Him. So as we are conformed to Christ more and more, the world will respond to us more and more as they responded to Him. If you want to avoid being betrayed, hated, or persecuted, then don’t become like Christ.”

Yup, sounds about right.

Oh, and one more thing. Jesus also said to his disciples, “And behold, I am with you always, to the end of the age.” (Matthew 28:20) Don’t forget that promise.

Basically, if you are doing things right then the world will definitely let you know it, but don’t be scared away. He who is with us is greater than they who are with them. Glorify God through standing firm.

The Pastor -|—