prepping for persecution | 1 peter 4:12-13

significant portions of american christianity teach: if you suffer, something is wrong. this false and unhelpful perspective must end through biblical truth! Jesus suffered. 10/11 of the disciples were martyred. over 4000 in our global family will die this year for their belief in Jesus. we need to prep for persecution, not shrink back in cowardice. st. charles, missouri website: https://www.matthiaslot.com app available for ios/android gathering info, events, teachings, and updates are available through the website and app. — [00:00:00] study introduction and central question [00:00:42] unified as Christ’s body [00:02:23] rejoicing and suffering together [00:03:55] persecution stories from around the world [00:08:32] review of 1 peter [00:08:55] letter to suffering exiles [00:10:30] suffering is not wasted [00:11:52] following Christ includes suffering [00:13:27] God blesses righteous suffering [00:15:00] american versus biblical christianity [00:15:12] false teaching about suffering [00:16:17] warning against cautious christianity [00:20:20] 1 peter 4:12-13 read [00:21:12] meaning of beloved [00:21:57] suffering does not mean unloved [00:28:24] why persecution should be expected [00:28:32] Jesus promised persecution [00:29:31] gospel confronts human pride [00:31:36] spiritual warfare is real [00:33:01] Holy Spirit produces boldness [00:34:18] confidence for faithful obedience [00:36:00] rejoice in Christ’s sufferings [00:40:32] union with Christ or culture [00:41:29] communion as declaration [00:43:16] prayer and invitation