Escapism vs. Enduring Persecution for Faithfulness
Dispensationalism is a doctrine of man imposed upon the scripture; a doctrine is that causes fatalism and for people to give up and wait for rescue. There is no hope for God’s victory on the Earth
Persecution
God’s Sovereign Call
Paul was called, Paul was chosen by the will of God. He was chosen against his will. He did not seek, ask, or desire. He was chosen by the Grace of God.
In fact, he was radically opposed to God and hated God. He fought God with all his might!
Persecution: A Promise from Jesus
persecution is promised by Jesus. It refines our character and causes the good news of God’s love to spread by suffering for the lost