“You’re blessed when your commitment to God provokes persecution. The persecution drives you even deeper into God’s kingdom.” -Matthew 10: [MSG]

A Time to Think… 
“Courage is not simply one of the virtues but the form of every virtue at its testing point.” -C. S. Lewis  

A Time to Act…
Today, choose one small act that reflects righteousness, even if it’s inconvenient. You may say “how do I do this?” Grab your Bible, read Psalm 15, then take these 4 steps: 1-walk with integrity; 2-you work righteousness; 3-you speak the truth in your heart; and 4-you do not slander with your tongue.

A Time to Pray…
Lord, please give me strength and courage to make choices that honor You, even when they are hard. Persecution using words or actions can be so hurtful that I find myself wanting to slap-back when that happens. Help me to be calm, help me to have courage, and most of all, help me to remind myself that I am a child of God with integrity and love. AMEN.