We must also realize that as Christians, we are always on stage before unbelievers. Many people watch for opportunities to point out and criticize our failures. Paul warns in 2 Timothy 3:12 that “everyone who wants to live a godly life in Christ Jesus will be persecuted.” But non-Christians also watch to see how we respond to life’s challenges. This can make a tremendous impact on unbelievers. If we demonstrate through our lifestyles that we possess an inner strength and peace of mind that the world
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