INTRODUCTION: A WORLD TURNED AGAINST THE RIGHTEOUS
Across nations — from Asia to the Middle East, from Africa to the Western world — Christians are increasingly becoming targets of political hostility, cultural pressure, censorship, imprisonment, and violence.
But persecution is not new. It is the ancient badge of those who belong to Christ.
And Scripture speaks loudly about it.
“Yea, and all that will live godly in Christ Jesus shall suffer persecution.” — 2 Timothy 3:12
At times, it may feel like darkness is rising. But heaven is never silent.
When the world fights against God’s people, GOD fights back.
GOD SEES THE PERSECUTED
Persecuted believers often feel forgotten. But Scripture says the opposite.
“I have surely seen the affliction of my people… I know their sorrows.” — Exodus 3:7
“Many are the afflictions of the righteous…” — Psalm 34:19
God sees the intimidation in government offices, the threats against pastors, the imprisonment of believers, the burning of churches, the online harassment, the political bullying, and the hatred stirred by demonic ideologies.
Heaven keeps accurate records.
WE ARE NOT FIGHTING PEOPLE
Persecuted Christians must understand something critical:
“For we wrestle not against flesh and blood…” — Ephesians 6:12
Your enemy is not the president, the governor, the terrorist, the extremist, or the media house.
The real war is spiritual.
The real opponent is invisible.
This knowledge prevents bitterness and grounds you in victory.
GOD STATIONS ANGELS AROUND THE PERSECUTED
When Christians are targeted, heaven deploys warriors.
“The angel of the LORD encampeth round about them that fear Him…” — Psalm 34:7
“He shall give His angels charge over thee.” — Psalm 91:11
Governments may surround churches with soldiers, but God surrounds His church with angels.
NO WEAPON FORMED AGAINST GOD’S PEOPLE SHALL PROSPER
Enemies can form weapons — but they cannot prosper.
“No weapon formed against thee shall prosper.” — Isaiah 54:17
Satan may forge laws, policies, propaganda, and attacks, but God controls the outcome.
Weapons may be formed.
Weapons may be launched.
Weapons may be many.
But weapons cannot defeat God’s people.
GOD AVENGES THE BLOOD OF HIS SERVANTS
The persecuted should never fear injustice going unanswered.
“Vengeance is Mine; I will repay, saith the Lord.” — Romans 12:19
“He shall avenge the blood of His servants.” — Deut. 32:43
When regimes attack Christians, God arises.
When nations oppress believers, God intervenes.
He balances every scale.
GOD DEFENDS HIS OWN IN BATTLE
YOU ARE NOT OUTNUMBERED
Elijah’s servant thought they were surrounded — until God opened his eyes.
The persecuted church today is not outnumbered.
Angels outnumber demons.
Light outshines darkness.
Heaven outvotes hell.
“More are they that are with us than they that are with them.” — 2 Kings 6:16
SALVATION PRAYER:
“Lord Jesus, I come to You today. I believe You died and rose again for my salvation. I confess You as my Lord and Saviour. Wash me in Your blood, make me a child of God, and write my name in the Book of Life. I receive Your life and Your Spirit today. Amen.”
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The Message Bearer (SmilingPreacher), Cornelius Bella
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