The apostles faced imprisonment and flogging for preaching Jesus yet rejoiced, considering themselves "counted worthy to suffer dishonor for the name." Their response challenges us to view hardship not as punishment but as opportunity to advance God's kingdom.

• Shifting our perspective from "why me?" to "how can this suffering advance the gospel?"
• The apostles obeyed God rather than human authorities despite danger
• An angel miraculously freed the apostles from prison, sending them back to teach
• The Sanhedrin couldn't stop God's work—the apostles rejoiced despite beatings
• Gamaliel's wisdom: "If this is of God, you will not be able to overthrow them"
• Christianity has endured 2,000 years of persecution because it is God's work
• Our comfort isn't God's priority—our obedience and witness are
• Following Jesus means speaking truth even when it brings opposition
• We're called to rejoice in suffering that identifies us with Christ

If you've never trusted Christ as your Savior, or if God is stirring you to live a life worthy of the gospel, we invite you to respond today. Come to the front during our hymn of invitation to pray with our counselors and learn how to follow Jesus.

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