2 Timothy 1:8
So do not be ashamed of your testimony to our Lord, nor of me, a prisoner for his sake; but bear your share of hardship for the Gospel with the strength that comes from God.
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I have the sticker of “John 3:16” and “Jesus” plastered on my bike. And someone asked me if I am with Iglesia ni Cristo (a local religious organization that started in the Philippines).
Actually, there was a case when I was carrying a bible to attend a bible study and a neighbor asked me if I already converted to being a “born-again”.
It was really funny. Philippines is the largest Catholic nation in the country, and yet when someone sees you with a Bible at hand, then you are not anymore a Catholic (sorry, but no pun intended).
We are all called to a life of ministry. The Lord wants all of us to share and testify about the salvation He gives and the love He offers. And we should not be ashamed in doing that.
But a life in God will not be easy. In his letter to Timothy, Paul is clear that there will be hardships. We would experience trials and temptations. Our family and the people we love will be the target of the devil. And once you stop holding on to your principles, you will simply snap and be taken away by Satan.
Pray daily. Profess your love to God always, anytime – when you are sitting, standing, eating, lying on the bed. We all need the strength that comes from God so we can overcome every bad thing that comes our way.
And pray for our family and people we love, so they may be protected with the same mantle of protection so the devil may not again win. Be strong in the Lord and overcome all hardships that come in your way.
Let us pray +
Almighty Father, let me be strong in Your love. Help me endure all the pain, trials, sufferings and temptations. You alone can protect me. Amen +
Proclaim God’s marvelous deeds to all the nations.
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