Being a Christian can be hard in the current climate of hostility—where believers worldwide face physical oppression and persecution. In our own culture, the church is labeled archaic and irrelevant in its stance on modern issues. Today we will consider a few reasons for the opposition we face as Christians and how we can face it victoriously.

I. Opposition is Normal

II. Opposition is Verbal

III. Opposition is Continual

IV. Opposition is Conquerable

Talk with God: Ask the Lord for the courage to stand firm in Christ, despite opposition.

Talk with others: Encourage a believer or family member who’s been struggling this week and remind them that their “labor is not in vain in the Lord” (1 Corinthians 15:58).

Talk with kids: Why did Moses need help leading the people?

Why Serving God Is So Hard