2. They stoned Paul and dragged him outside the city, thinking he was dead. Paul came to Derbe and then to Lystra, where a disciple named Timothy lived … Paul wanted to take him along on the journey … Acts 14:19-20 Acts 16:1-3

3. Do not be ashamed of the testimony about our Lord or of me his prisoner. But join with me in suffering … … everyone who wants to live a godly life in Christ Jesus will be persecuted … 2 Timothy 1:6-12 2 Timothy 3:12

4. “As for us, we cannot help speaking about what we have seen and heard.” … if you suffer as a Christian, do not be ashamed, but praise God that you bear that name. Acts 4:20 1 Peter 4:16

5. I want you to know that our brother Timothy has been released. If he arrives soon, I will come with him to see you. Hebrews 13:23

6. How will we live in a culture turned against what we believe?

7. Five Audiences Believers – Love Them Inquirers – Lead them to Jesus Outsiders – Live before Them Enemies – Pray for Them God – Please Him Believers – Love Them Inquirers – Lead them to Jesus Outsiders – Live before Them Enemies – Pray for Them God – Please Him

8. God’s Call to Us 1 Peter 3:9-16 God’s Call to Us 1 Peter 3:9-16 Honor Him Be a Blessing Do Good Seek Peace Share our Hope