Persecution isn't an anomaly in the Christian life, it's the norm. From Stephen's stoning to present-day martyrdoms, faithful believers have always faced opposition. We're rarely persecuted for private belief, but for...
Grace, mercy, and peace to you from God our Father and from our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.
Amen.
We in this country aren't likely to be burned at the stake or thrown to the lions or beheaded for being Christians...
