Witnessing

For it has been granted to you that for the sake of Christ you should not only believe in him but also suffer for his sake (Philippians 1:29 ESV)

How many of us suffer the persecution described in the Bible? My guess is not many. I have been very fortunate in that my witnessing to my faith has been accepted in most situations and in others just ignored. I often think about what I would do if I felt persecuted, what would my reaction be? Would I back away from my convictions?

Recently, I have observed a person very close to me be persecuted for speaking out, pointing out potential false teachings. The interesting part of this story is that the persecution is not coming from an atheist, but a brother or sister in Christ. It is sometimes easier to witness to a non Christian than to another Christian. How do we share God's Word in a loving manner but not sound arrogant when speaking the Truth as proclaimed in the Bible?

This is a question I will be seeking God's answer to in the Bible, where all answers can be found.