1 Thessalonians 3:4
In fact, when we were with you, we told you ahead of time that we were going to suffer persecution. And as you know, that is what happened.
1 Thessalonians 2:14
For you, brothers, became imitators of the churches of God in Judea that are in union with the Messiah Jesus. You suffered the same persecutions from the people of your own country as they did from those Jews
John 16:1-3
"I have told you this to keep you from falling away.
Acts 17:1
Paul and Silas traveled through Amphipolis and Apollonia and came to Thessalonica, where there was a Jewish synagogue.
Acts 17:5-9
But the Jewish leaders became jealous, and they took some contemptible characters who used to hang out in the public square, formed a mob, and started a riot in the city. They attacked Jason's home and searched it for Paul and Silas in order to bring them out to the people.
Acts 17:13
But when the Jewish leaders in Thessalonica found out that the word of God had been proclaimed by Paul also in Berea, they went there to upset and incite the crowds.
Acts 20:24
But I don't place any value on my life, if only I can finish my race and the ministry that I received from the Lord Jesus of testifying to the gospel of God's grace.
2 Corinthians 8:1-2
We want you to know, brothers, about God's grace that was given to the churches of Macedonia.
1 Thessalonians 2:2
As you know, we suffered persecution and were mistreated in Philippi. Yet we were encouraged by our God to tell you his gospel in spite of strong opposition.
2 Thessalonians 1:4-6
As a result, we rejoice about you among God's churches about your endurance and faith through all the persecutions and afflictions you are experiencing.