James 1:2-3 – Consider it pure joy, my brothers, whenever you face trials

Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance. – James 1:2-3 (NIV) Today’s commentary by Dave Whitehead, Senior Pastor, GraceNYC.org James challenges us to look at the hardships of life in a different light. Notice that trials [...]



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1 Peter 4:15-16 – If you suffer, it should not be as a murderer or thief or any other kind of criminal, or even as a meddler.

If you suffer, it should not be as a murderer or thief or any other kind of criminal, or even as a meddler. However, if you suffer as a Christian, do not be ashamed, but praise God that you bear that name. – 1 Peter 4:15-16 (NIV) Today’s commentary by Dave Whitehead, Senior Pastor, GraceNYC.org [...]



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1 John 2:9-10 – Anyone who claims to be in the light but hates a brother or sister is still in the darkness.

Anyone who claims to be in the light but hates a brother or sister is still in the darkness. Anyone who loves their brother and sister lives in the light, and there is nothing in them to make them stumble. – 1 John 2:9-10 (NIV) Today’s commentary by Dave Whitehead, Senior Pastor, GraceNYC.org We only [...]



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Proverbs 1:10-11 – My son, if sinful men entice you, do not give in to them.

My son, if sinful men entice you, do not give in to them. If they say, “Come along with us; let’s lie in wait for innocent blood, let’s ambush some harmless soul; – Proverbs 1:10-11 (NIV) Today’s commentary by Dave Whitehead, Senior Pastor, GraceNYC.org Temptation is all around us. There are multiple times in a [...]



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Luke 10:21 – At that time Jesus, full of joy through the Holy Spirit, said, “I praise you, Father,

At that time Jesus, full of joy through the Holy Spirit, said, “I praise you, Father, Lord of heaven and earth, because you have hidden these things from the wise and learned, and revealed them to little children. Yes, Father, for this is what you were pleased to do. – Luke 10:21 (NIV) Today’s commentary [...]



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Acts 21:12-14 – When we heard this, we and the people there pleaded with Paul not to go up to Jerusalem.

When we heard this, we and the people there pleaded with Paul not to go up to Jerusalem. Then Paul answered, “Why are you weeping and breaking my heart? I am ready not only to be bound, but also to die in Jerusalem for the name of the Lord Jesus.” When he would not be [...]



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2 Peter 3:13 – But in keeping with his promise we are looking forward to a new heaven and a new earth,

But in keeping with his promise we are looking forward to a new heaven and a new earth, where righteousness dwells. – 2 Peter 3:13 (NIV) Today’s commentary by Dave Whitehead, Senior Pastor, GraceNYC.org The story of the Bible begins with paradise and it ends with paradise. The rest of the story (and the part [...]



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Acts 10:42 – He commanded us to preach to the people and to testify that he is the one whom God appointed as judge

He commanded us to preach to the people and to testify that he is the one whom God appointed as judge of the living and the dead. – Acts 10:42 (NIV) Today’s commentary by Dave Whitehead, Senior Pastor, GraceNYC.org The doctrine of judgment is not talked about much, but it is a central teaching in [...]



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2 Timothy 3:12-13 – In fact, everyone who wants to live a godly life in Christ Jesus will be persecuted,

In fact, everyone who wants to live a godly life in Christ Jesus will be persecuted, while evildoers and impostors will go from bad to worse, deceiving and being deceived.

– 2 Timothy 3:12-13 (NIV)

Today’s commentary

by Dave Whitehead, Senior Pastor, GraceNYC.org

There are some teachers today that tell us that we will not experience hardship and pain if we follow Jesus. The Bible tells us to not be deceived by them. Persecution is bound to come as we live according to the teachings of Jesus Christ. Don’t sacrifice your conscience for the allure of comfort; realize that people will oppose you and even try to damage your job or reputation. This happened to Jesus and the disciples, so don’t be surprised when it happens to you.

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