I want the answer to that question to be, "Not at all". My desire is to live a life that is on fire for the Lord. If Christianity was outlawed, would I be silent? If Christians were beaten on sight, would I go into hiding? If Christianity were against the law, would Christian musicians be able to make a living? Would we gather together in elaborate buildings on Sunday mornings? Would there be such a thing as a paid pastor?
Is it possible that I'm too comfortable in my pseudo-christian lifestyle? Persecution is coming. Maybe not in the next 5 years, but I'd venture it will happen in my lifetime. Am I prepared? If they took away every bible in my house and burned them, do I know enough Scripture to teach my children? Am I relying too heavily on church programs for my children's spiritual upbringing? If they bombed my church building, would I stay in contact with my brothers and sisters that meet there? If a friend of mine is killed, am I man enough to take care of his wife and children?
This is my challenge to myself. I pray that it challenges you as well.
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