The Stress of Being a Christian 😞 Why Believers Face Unique Challenges 😊 In a world that often celebrates #self-promotion and comfort, followers of Jesus are called to a different path. As #Jesus warned, "If the world hates you, keep in mind that it hated me first. If they persecuted me, they will persecute you also" (John 15:18-20). It's no surprise, then, that #Christians face unique stressors – and often from those who claim to love them.🙏 Unbelievers may seem to have life sorted, but we've got the real deal. The Bible says, "Everyone who wants to live a godly life in Christ Jesus will be persecuted" (2 Timothy 3:12). It's not a popularity contest; it's a call to courage. When #trials come, we're reminded that we're not alone..... "No one can come to Me unless the Father draws him, and I will raise him up at the last day" (John 6:44). God's got us, even when the world doesn't. As Peter wrote, "Don't be surprised at the fiery trial when it comes upon you... But rejoice inasmuch as you participate in the sufferings of Christ" (1 Peter 4:12-14). We share in His sufferings, but also in His glory (Romans 8:17). Jesus put it plainly: "In this world you'll have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world" (John 16:33). We're not exempt from stress, but we've got Hope with a capital #H. "Blessed are those who are persecuted because of righteousness," Jesus said. "Rejoice and be glad, because great is your reward in heaven" (Matthew 5:10-12). Let's choose love, even when it's hard. If the world can hate we can love Christian walk out that talk we are a living breathing billboard walking hand in hand under God's protective umbrella #joinme