Why we suffer persecution

Persecution is the unjust treatment of Christians. Treatments which can result in physical violence of those professing their Christian faith and can also present itself in subtle or hidden ways. Whichever way it comes, it is part of the Christian journey and something God can use for the furtherance of the gospel. Here I look at what persecution is and how God can use it for the good of his kingdom.

In 2 Timothy 2:8-10, Paul sums up persecution and why Christans should not be fearful of it. He says:

“…Jesus Christ…is the Good News I preach and I am suffering because of it, to the point of being bound with chains like a criminal. But God’s teaching is not in chains. So I patiently accept all these troubles, so that those whom God has chosen can have the salvation that is in Christ Jesus. With that salvation comes glory that never ends.”

Meaning, we face persecution to share the good news of the gospel with the world. So that they can receive eternal life.