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Sep 12, 2019 · When apostle Paul was converted God revealed to Ananias how much Paul would have to suffer for the sake of Jesus. Ananias must have told Paul about this, because Luke knew of it, which is why it is in the book of Acts. The point is that God made it clear to Paul, from the outset, that life as a Christian was not going to be easy:
Jul 9, 2016 · In Mark 10:29-30, Jesus said, "Truly, I say to you, there is no one who has left house or brothers or sisters or mother or father or children or lands, for my sake and for the gospel, who will not receive a hundredfold now in this time, houses and brothers and sisters and mothers and children and lands, with persecutions, and in the age to come eternal life."
Nov 2, 2022 · Paul did not say they were being punished or this should never happen. Instead, he commends them for how they are learning through these challenges and growing because of them. Paul knew the Christian life was not easy; his life was a prime example of faithfulness throughout every kind of affliction (see 2 Corinthians 11:16-33).
- The Clash Between Judaism and Christianity
- Warnings of Trials and Persecution
- Jesus’ Statement on Christian Living
- The Burden Non-Christians Bear
- Finding Rest
- So Is Jesus’ Yoke Easy Or Hard?
And neither was Judaism fond of the early Christians. Although Christians were like the Jews in that they accepted the same sacred writings (the Old Testament), obeyed the same 10 Commandments and observed the same annual holy days, they had one belief that most Jews simply wouldn’t accept. The leaders of Judaism and their followers did not believe...
In the course of his ministry Paul endured three shipwrecks, several imprisonments, 39 stripes on five occasions from the Jews, three times being beaten with rods, and even being stoned and left for dead (2 Corinthians 11:23-27). Regaining consciousness after he was stoned, he continued his ministry, “strengthening the souls of the disciples, exhor...
In spite of such difficulties, Jesus said: “Come to Me, all you who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take My yoke upon you and learn from Me, for I am gentle and lowly in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For My yoke is easy and My burden is light” (Matthew 11:28-30). So how does Jesus’ statement square with history ...
Jesus’ statement “My yoke is easy” is actually a comparative statement. Although most people don’t realize it, living a lifestyle that is not in sync with God’s instructions is a type of bondage. Paul described this as being “in bondageunder the elements of the world” (Galatians 4:3). Paul further explained that this kind of bondage enslaves people...
Everyone is yoked—committed to or linked with—something. We are either yoked to Christ or yoked to the world. When we are committed to Christ, we can find peace in our lives. When we repent of our sins and are baptized as the Bible commands, the burden of our sins is lifted because our sins are forgiven (Acts 2:38; see our free booklet Change Your ...
The answer is a matter of perspective. If we focus on trials and difficulties, yes, there will be some that will be hard. But if we look at the big picture, it is incredibly easier to be a Christian. Why? Because our sins can be forgiven and we can begin to put on the likeness of Christ. And God offers us a magnificent future—eternal life with God....
Jan 4, 2022 · Every Christian who is attempting to live righteously is called to this battlefield for his entire life. We are in a spiritual battle. But in grace and mercy, God gives the faithful believer an entire suit of armor for the fight (Ephesians 6:13). The Christian life is never easy, but the difficulties do not negate the joy.
Feb 27, 2016 · So yes, the Christian life is harder than you might think. But it is also glorious. When I was a brand-new believer, the words of an old pastor were very helpful. He said, “The Christian life is not easy, but it is better.” I lost my non-Christian friends. I had to ask for forgiveness and make restitution in the lives of many people.
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Feb 22, 2023 · Some may not believe the life that Saul-turned-Paul led, from being a Christian-hating persecutor to redeemed by God and follower of Christ. But his life epitomizes the spiritual transformation that takes place as we shed our world-based lives and embrace our spirit-filled lives.
