Let's testify boldly
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Word: Matthew 10:26-31
Subject: Let's Witness Bold
26.Therefore, do not be afraid of them, for there is nothing hidden that will not be revealed, and nothing hidden that will not be revealed.
27. What I say to you in darkness, speak in light; what you hear in your ears, preach on the house.
28. Do not be afraid of those who kill the body but cannot kill the soul, but fear him who can destroy both body and soul in hell.
29. Aren't two sparrows sold for a farthing? But not one of them will fall to the ground unless your Father permits it.
30. Even the hairs of your head have been numbered
31. Fear not, for you are of more value than many sparrows.
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Fear or fear arises from external causes, such as danger, aggression, or failure, and internal causes, such as anxiety, agitation, anxiety, or worry. And these things can lead to depression, insomnia or helplessness.
But these concerns and fears are inversely proportional to faith. This can be seen from the fact that the person who looked to Jesus will experience despair, fear, and fear when he sees other things. As Peter was walking on the water, he doubted and fell into the water, and Jesus said, "You of little faith, why did you doubt?" Doubt is defined as the mind that thinks strangely because of not knowing for sure or not believing. Doubt also has the power to separate us from God. Just like Adam and Eve had doubts and ate from the forbidden fruit and then turned away from God. We must believe and do not doubt that Jesus is with us.
Matthew 10 is the story of Jesus calling the twelve disciples, giving them a mission, and sending them out to go out into the world to preach the mission. Among them, today's verse tells the disciples what to do if they are persecuted while carrying and preaching the gospel.
First, he tells us not to be afraid.
Throughout the history of the world, Christianity has been subjected to many persecutions and persecutions. Korean history was no exception. And even at this time in North Korea, many people are being persecuted because of the fact that they believe in Jesus. However, according to the testimonies of people, they praise God even in such circumstances. As a human being, we are going through hardships that we cannot afford to bear, but we are overcoming those hardships with a comfortable face and considering suffering as something that we deserve. What we must remember here is that no one who was persecuted was as unhappy as those who persecuted, and throughout that history, Christianity flourished and has continued to this day.
The Lord tells us not to fear the persecutors. They are not something we should fear. But, like David, we must overcome everything with the strength of the Lord God of hosts and prevail. Everyone experiences failure, pain, and defeat. However, we can be victorious when we fully believe in and rely on the living God and hold on to our faith.
Second, we must proclaim that Jesus.
The Lord who destroys and saves my soul. I must proclaim the Lord, who counts the hairs of my head, who is my strength and who is my strength in the day of trouble. Many people in the world show respect for what they believe in, set up idols, and do many things to exalt them. However, we who believe in the living God cannot help but feel ashamed when we consider how much we preach Jesus. We who believe must believe, confess, and proclaim Jesus Christ.
We believe in Jesus. He is my Savior. Jesus is my salvation. Don't be afraid, don't be afraid and live a victorious life!