Philippians 1:28
in no way frightened by your opponents. This is a sign of destruction to them, but of salvation for you and that too, from God.
Matthew 5:10-12
Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness' sake, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.
Matthew 10:28
And do not fear those who kill the body but cannot kill the soul. But rather fear him who can destroy both soul and body in hell.
Luke 3:6
and all flesh shall see the salvation of God.'"
Luke 12:4-7
"I tell you, my friends, do not be afraid of those who kill the body, and after that have no more that they can do.
Luke 21:12-19
But before all this, they will lay their hands on you and persecute you, delivering you up to the synagogues and prisons. And you will be brought before kings and governors for my name's sake.
Acts 4:19-31
But Peter and John answered them, "Whether it is right in the sight of God to listen to you rather than to God, you must judge;
Acts 5:40-42
So they took his advice, and they called the apostles in and had them flogged. Then they ordered them not to speak in the name of Jesus, and let them go.
Acts 28:28
Therefore let it be known to you that this salvation of God has been sent to the Gentiles; they will listen."
Romans 8:17
and if children, then heirsheirs of God and fellow heirs with Christ, if indeed we suffer with him, in order that we may also be glorified with him.
1 Thessalonians 2:2
but after we had already suffered and been shamefully treated in Philippi, as you know, we had the boldness in our God to speak to you the gospel of God in the face of great opposition.
2 Thessalonians 1:5-6
This is evidence of God's righteous judgment, so that you will be considered worthy of the kingdom of God, for which indeed you are suffering.
2 Timothy 1:7-8
For God did not give us a spirit of timidity, but a spirit of power and love and self-discipline.
2 Timothy 2:11-12
Here is a trustworthy saying: if we died with him, we will also live with him;
Hebrews 13:6
So we say with confidence, "The Lord is my helper; I will not be afraid. What can man do to me?"
1 Peter 4:12-14
Beloved, do not be surprised at the fiery ordeal which comes upon you to test you, as though something strange were happening to you.
Revelation 2:10
Do not fear what you are about to suffer. Behold, the devil is about to throw some of you into prison, that you may be tested, and for ten days you will have tribulation. Be faithful even until death, and I will give you the crown of life.