What if you live in a hostile culture—what verses encourage you as you share the Gospel?

DAY 15

The Bible is full of encouragement for Christians who are living in hostile cultures facing persecution. In many ways, the Scriptures, especially is the New Testament, is written by persecuted Christians for persecuted Christians. That is why it is so important that they receive the Word of God to be encouraged, uplifted and strengthened.

Imagine not being able to access the Bible and read its promises during times of hardship. Do you carry God’s Word in your heart?

Some verses that I find encouraging and I am sure many persecuted Christians would find valuable are:

“Do not let this Book of the Law depart from your mouth; meditate on it day and night, so that you may be careful to do everything written in it. Then you will be prosperous and successful. Be strong and courageous. Do not be terrified; do not be discouraged, for the LORD your God will be with you wherever you go.” (Joshua 1:8-9, NIV)

“The Lord is my light and my salvation—whom shall I fear? The Lord is my stronghold of my life—of whom shall I be afraid?” (Psalm 27:1, NIV)

“My God is my rock, in whom I take refuge, my shield and the horn of my salvation. He is my stronghold, my refuge and my saviour—from violent men you save me.”(2 Samuel 22:3, NIV)

What Bible verses would encourage you?

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