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The Christian in a Hostile World

“Spirit-Led in a Hostile World” Matthew 10:16-25 October 26, 2025 Pastor Tony Felich  Sermon Application [file]   ----more---- Matthew 10:16 “Behold, I am sending you out as sheep in the midst of wolves, so be wise as serpents and innocent as doves. [17] Beware of men, for they will deliver you over to courts and flog you in their synagogues, [18] and you will be dragged before governors and kings for my sake, to bear witness before them and the Gentiles. [19] When they deliver you over, do not be anxious how you are to speak or what you are to say, for what you are to say will be given to you in that hour. [20] For it is not you who speak, but the Spirit of your Father speaking through you. [21] Brother will deliver brother over to death, and the father his child, and children will rise against parents and have them put to death, [22] and you will be hated by all for my name's sake. But the one who endures to the end will be saved. [23] When they persecute you in one town, flee to the next, for truly, I say to you, you will not have gone through all the towns of Israel before the Son of Man comes. [24] “A disciple is not above his teacher, nor a servant above his master. [25] It is enough for the disciple to be like his teacher, and the servant like his master. If they have called the master of the house Beelzebul, how much more will they malign those of his household.   God sends His disciples into a hostile world to bear witness to Christ, assuring them of His presence and the Spirit's empowering guidance amid persecution.           • Hostility provides a platform for witness to Christ (16-18)          • The Holy Spirit empowers our witness (19-20)          • Eternal reward outweighs temporal suffering (21-22)          • Jesus is our model and motivation (23-25)

Join us as Pastor John continues our study in the book of Acts where Paul encourages us to share the gospel in challenging circumstances.

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Imagine the excitement in the early church when Paul and Barnabas returned from their first missionary journey. They gathered the believers and shared story after story, how God had opened hearts, how entire cities had heard the good news, and how the door of faith had swung wide for the Gentiles. For a church that once wondered if the gospel was only for Israel, this was world-changing news. Today, Pastor Bill will share with you how the gospel is still opening doors for people everywhere.

Imagine the excitement in the early church when Paul and Barnabas returned from their first missionary journey. They gathered the believers and shared story after story, how God had opened hearts, how entire cities had heard the good news, and how the door of faith had swung wide for the Gentiles. For a church that once wondered if the gospel was only for Israel, this was world-changing news. Today, Pastor Bill will share with you how the gospel is still opening doors for people everywhere.

When hatred comes at us, it can feel like stones being hurled in our direction. The natural response is to pick up our own stones and throw them back at them. But Jesus shows us another way. He takes the rocks of anger and turns them into seeds of love, planting peace where hostility once grew. Pastor Bill will encourage you today to choose love instead of retaliation. Then you'll reflect the heart of Christ, a love that absorbs the blow without striking back. Are you ready to lay down the rocks and choose love?

When hatred comes at us, it can feel like stones being hurled in our direction. The natural response is to pick up our own stones and throw them back at them. But Jesus shows us another way. He takes the rocks of anger and turns them into seeds of love, planting peace where hostility once grew. Pastor Bill will encourage you today to choose love instead of retaliation. Then you'll reflect the heart of Christ, a love that absorbs the blow without striking back. Are you ready to lay down the rocks and choose love?

What does it really mean to follow Jesus? It's more than agreeing with His teaching; it's becoming like Him. As His people, we're called to represent Christ in a world that often pushes back against Him. Today, Pastor Bill will share with you how Jesus showed love in the face of hate, grace in the face of failure, and truth in the face of lies. And now, He calls you to walk in His steps. What does it mean to be Christ-like, carrying His presence into a world that desperately needs to see Him through you?

What does it really mean to follow Jesus? It's more than agreeing with His teaching; it's becoming like Him. As His people, we're called to represent Christ in a world that often pushes back against Him. Today, Pastor Bill will share with you how Jesus showed love in the face of hate, grace in the face of failure, and truth in the face of lies. And now, He calls you to walk in His steps. What does it mean to be Christ-like, carrying His presence into a world that desperately needs to see Him through you?

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1 Peter 3:13 - 4:6by Dan Clark

In “Chosen for This: Living with Hope in a Hostile World,” Pastor DeWayne L. Wright opens a new series from 1 Peter, reminding believers that though we live as exiles in a world that is not our home, we are chosen, sanctified, and secured in Christ. Drawing from 1 Peter 1:1–2, Philippians 3:20, and Hebrews 11:13, Pastor Wright shows how our identity as God's people anchors us in living hope, even amid trials and hostility. This message calls us to hold fast to our faith, embrace our eternal inheritance, and shine as representatives of Christ until He returns.

When life feels hostile, Tobit 13 shows us how to remain faithful and find strength in God's presenceMorning Offering, September 24, 2025Every morning, join Father Brad as he begins the day with prayer and reflection. In a few short minutes, Father Brad guides you in prayer, shares a brief reflection grounding your day in the Church's rhythm of feast days and liturgy, and provides you with the encouragement necessary to go forward with peace and strength. Disclaimer: The ads shown before, during, or after this video have no affiliation with Morning Offering and are controlled by YouTubeLet us do as the saints urge and begin our days in prayer together so as a community of believers we may join the Psalmist in saying, “In the morning, Lord, you hear my voice; in the morning I lay my requests before you and wait expectantly.” (Psalm 5:3-4)________________

What does it really mean to follow Jesus when the cost is high?In this week's episode, Jerrad reflects on the tragic assassination of Charlie Kirk; not just as a political figure, but as a brother in Christ who boldly proclaimed the gospel until his final moments.Drawing from Luke 9 and his own experiences at the Dad Tired retreat, Jerrad challenges men to slow down, quiet the noise, and seriously ask: Am I all in with Jesus?You'll hear:Why silence matters for hearing God's voiceHow Charlie Kirk's final words point us to courage and hopeThe danger of being overly eager or overly cautious in discipleshipWhat it means to “count the cost” before putting your hand to the plowThis episode is a sobering call to examine our “but first” excuses and to step fully into the life Jesus is calling us to live.

Murray Smith completes the God Conversations series with the example of the Apostle John - Hearing God's voice in a hostile world.

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The sermon emphasizes the Christian's identity as a sojourner in a hostile world, called to persevere through persecution by living a life of moral excellence rooted in faith in Jesus Christ as the living cornerstone. Drawing from 1 Peter, the message highlights the contrast between believers, who are being built into a spiritual house, and unbelievers, who stumble over Christ, urging listeners to abstain from worldly passions and conduct themselves honorably among Gentiles so that their good deeds may glorify God. Ultimately, the sermon calls for a steadfast commitment to proclaiming God's excellencies, recognizing that enduring hardship and facing slander are inevitable consequences of living a life aligned with divine purpose.

Series: The Final HoursService: Sun PMType: Bible ClassSpeaker: Terry SlackWe look at Jesus' words of warning about opposition His men will face as they continue His mission in the world.

Series: The Final HoursService: Sun PMType: Bible ClassSpeaker: Terry SlackWe look at Jesus' words of warning about opposition His men will face as they continue His mission in the world.

Nearly two years after October 7 and more than 700 days of war, many Jews enter this High Holiday season with trepidation, facing what feels like an increasingly hostile world. In this episode of TEXTing IRL, Elana Stein Hain and OLAM CEO Dyonna Ginsburg turn to Rav Kook's “Fourfold Song” to explore how Jews can navigate competing commitments of caring for their own communities and for the wider world. We are grateful to Micah Philanthropies and to the Walder Charitable Fund for their generous support of TEXTing.   Episode Source Sheet Watch the video version of this episode ⁠here. Read here OLAM's research on Jewish practitioners of humanitarian aid. You can now sponsor an episode of TEXTing. Click HERE to learn more.  JOIN OUR EMAIL LIST FOR MORE HARTMAN IDEAS

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In a broken and hostile world, how can Christians remain faithful? In this sermon from 1 Thessalonians 1:2-3, we see that a follower of Jesus is to have a heart of thanksgiving, a life of prayer, faith that produces works, love that sacrifices, and hope that endures. God calls his people to live differently, anchored in Christ's grace and promises. From our Sunday service at Grace Bible Church of Bend.

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As Christ's church, we are fully equipped to walk through gospel opposition through the knowledge of our eternal reward. I. God's Witnesses are Fully Equipped – vv. 3-6. See also Jeremiah 5:14, 23:29 II. God's Witnesses will Face Opposition – vv. 7-10. III. God's Witnesses will Find Vindication – vv. 11-13. Application 1) The church […]

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Praying Together in a Hostile World (Full Message) by park city church

What does it look like to “live peaceably with all”? Paul gives various instructions to the Roman Christians about how to be at peace within the church community, as well as within society at large. These instructions would likely be received differently depending on a person's social position. For instance, it would likely be the […]

Was Jesus the master of spin? In this provocative episode of the God Is the Issue podcast, Brad Bright reveals how Jesus didn't merely answer questions—He reframed them. Drawing comparisons to modern political rhetoric, Brad shows how Jesus used shrewd communication not to deceive, but to reveal truth and expose darkness. If you want to learn how to speak the truth in today's divisive culture, without getting defensive, this episode is for you. Discover how to co-opt any issue to make God the issue—just like Jesus.

By calling people to the truth, Christians offer freedom.  Related Resource Great Lakes Symposium What Would You Say?: Am I on the Wrong Side of History? ____________ Get Navigating Cancel Culture: Holding Fast to Truth and Love in a Hostile World at colsoneducators.org. 

The Eighth sermon in our series: "Strangers in a Strange Land"Scripture: 1 Peter 3:8-22Mark HutchinsonTeaching Pastor

In our sermon on Matthew 10:26-33 we explored Jesus’ call to fearlessly proclaim the Gospel, trusting that nothing is hidden from God’s sight. We reflected on how God’s care for even the sparrows assures us of His deep love and attention to every detail of our lives. Finally, we were challenged to boldly confess Christ before others, knowing He will acknowledge us before the Father.

Prison ministry and the embodiment of Christ.  __________ Register for the Colson Educators course Navigating Cancel Culture: Holding Fast to Truth and Love in a Hostile World at colsoneducators.org.