Suffering For Christ
Monday, November 3, 2025Key Verse
“If ye be reproached for the name of Christ, happy are ye; for the spirit of glory and of God resteth upon you: on their part he is evil spoken of, but on your part he is glorified” (1 Peter 4:14).
Text — 1 Peter 4:12-19
Message
Martin Luther once said, “They gave our Master a crown of thorns. Why do we hope for a crown of roses?” Being a Christian youth may invite reproach from friends, classmates, teachers, guardians, or even parents. Embracing the identity of Christ makes you stand out, and refusing to conform can lead to persecution. Christian youths are enjoined to stand up for Jesus wherever they find themselves and lift up the banner of righteousness and holiness.
You are to remain resolute in your conviction despite persecution, and mockery from classmates and even your teachers. If you stand your ground, Christ will be glorified and He will take over your battle and make you an overcomer. The Scripture teaches that when unbelievers speak ill of you, they are doing what they did to Christ. Don’t be ashamed, but glorify God because the Spirit of glory and of God rests upon you. Christian youth, do not suffer as a thief, evildoer, or a meddler in other people’s affairs, for if you suffer as such, it is the consequence of your own actions and not suffering for Christ.
Quote
Do not suffer as an evildoer
Challenge
Rejoice and Glorify God in Suffering.
Prayer for today
Oh God, give me grace to endure reproach for the name of Christ.