Do you? Well, if so, then you are truly blessed!!! You will never be truly alone. You have the promise of eternal life in heaven. God will continue to guide you and help you live as a Christian. God's word (The Bible) will guide you and give you spiritual wisdom and understanding that you never thought possible.
There is a down side. Temptation, opposition and perhaps even persecution of all forms. You may suffer the loss of family, friends, possessions and possibly even your life.
But, be faithful! God's own son, Jesus was - even to the point of crucifixion. Because of this, it is not unreasonable for us to endure the unendurable- Because we love God more than we do life itself!!!
Jesus said something very similar to the congregation at Smyrna in the book of Revelation....
Revelation, Chapter 2 World English Bible
8 “To the angel of the assembly in Smyrna write:
“The first and the last, who was dead, and has come to life says these things:
9 “I know your works, oppression, and your poverty (but you are rich), and the blasphemy of those who say they are Jews, and they are not, but are a synagogue of Satan. 10 Don’t be afraid of the things which you are about to suffer. Behold, the devil is about to throw some of you into prison, that you may be tested; and you will have oppression for ten days. Be faithful to death, and I will give you the crown of life. 11 He who has an ear, let him hear what the Spirit says to the assemblies. He who overcomes won’t be harmed by the second death. (emphasis added)
Please do not misunderstand. I do not wish anything bad for any Christian, anywhere. But Satan is still in the world and will try anything to destroy those who truly follow Jesus.
Be warned. Be careful. But most of all love God more each day and be faithful no matter what the future may hold. Your faithfulness will be rewarded.
You have God's word on it!!!
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