Expect Persecution

1)Christians will be persecuted because of our allegiance to Jesus – vv12,17.

2)This persecution will come from even family and friends – v16.

3)Persecution is a God-given opportunity to testify that Jesus is Lord – v13.

4)Do not be anxious about what all to say because Jesus will give you the ability to speak effectively – vv14-15.

5)Persecution may result in death, but you will live with Jesus forever because you stayed true to Christ till the end – vv16-19.