In this sermon, Jesus is rejected by his own hometown, and John the Baptist is beheaded. The division of Jesus' message is increasing, giving us a picture of we as believers can also expect in our lives. Persecution around the world is already very real, and we should not be fooled: persecution in America is coming, and it is coming fast.

From Series: Gospel of Matthew | More Messages from Jobey McGinty

From Series: "Gospel of Matthew"

The author of Hebrews reminds us that true faith often means being out of step with the world. We are called to be citizens of a better homeland, recognizing that we are strangers and exiles here. When faced with a culture that opposes God, we must resist the temptation to control the narrative, condemn the lost, hide in safety, or conform to societal pressures. Instead, we look to the example of Jesus and the faithful saints who went before us. They endured mocking, imprisonment, and death because they sought a future glory that far outweighs any earthly comfort. We are called to be salt and light, loving our enemies and refusing to compromise, knowing that the world is not worthy of those who hold fast to the promises of God.

Scripture References: Hebrews 11:32-40

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