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What is Persecution and How Do We Handle It?

There’s a difference between persecution and criticism. Persecution is a common theme in the New Testament as well as a common occurrence. Followers of Jesus faced persecution from both religious and secular leadership. And for the past 2000 years, that persecution has existed in many forms in many places around the globe. In the west,…
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November 7, 2023 0

Here’s How to Thrive in the Face of Criticism

Criticism is a reality in our lives. No matter what we do or where we go, we will face criticism. And, in today’s culture, the criticism seems be getting more personal and more intense. If you are following Jesus, you may face even more of it! Criticism can hurt. It can leave scars, damage relationships…
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October 22, 2019 0

Criticism – How to Make it Useful for Growth

Criticism is a reality in our lives. No matter what we do or where we go, we will face criticism. Some criticism is mean-spirited and unjustified. Some is well intentioned and helpful. Nearly all criticism hurts, at least a little. It can leave scars and damage relationships. It is not pleasant to deal with. But…
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December 4, 2018 0

How to Handle Criticism

Criticism is a reality in our lives. No matter what we do or where we go, we will face criticism. If you are following your God-given dream and if you are following Jesus you may face even more criticism! Criticism can hurt. It can leave scars. It can damage relationships. It is not pleasant to…
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