Throughout history, the Bible tells of men and women who stood for God—often against overwhelming odds. Among them were Abraham, Moses, Daniel, Shadrach, Meshach, Abednego, Esther, Ruth, Rahab… and the list goes on.
“By faith these people overthrew kingdoms, ruled with justice, and received what God had promised them. They shut the mouths of lions, quenched the flames of fire, and escaped death by the edge of the sword. Their weakness was turned to strength. They became strong in battle and put whole armies to flight. Women received their loved ones back again from death.
But others were tortured, refusing to turn from God in order to be set free. They placed their hope in a better life after the resurrection. Some were jeered at, and their backs were cut open with whips. Others were chained in prisons. Some died by stoning, some were sawed in half, and others were killed with the sword. Some went about wearing skins of sheep and goats, destitute and oppressed and mistreated. They were too good for this world.”
— Hebrews 11:33–38
These weren’t superheroes—they were people just like you. They stood firm when it counted.
And the question still echoes today: What are you standing for?
Culture? Comfort? Your feelings? Your fun? Your success? Or are you standing for the Lord Jesus Christ? It’s a question we all must answer.
Jesus said, “Anyone who isn’t with me opposes me, and anyone who isn’t working with me is actually working against me.” — Matthew 12:30
Which one are you?
If you did an honest audit of your life, would it show you’re working with Christ—or against Him? Just to be clear, knowing about Jesus and actually working with Him are two very different things.
The Bible urges you to “Examine yourselves to see if your faith is genuine. Test yourselves. Surely you know that Jesus Christ is among you; if not, you have failed the test of genuine faith.” — 2 Corinthians 13:5
Genuine faith isn’t just something you believe—it’s something you live. It’s revealed in what you stand for, what you work for, and who your life is centered around.
No one wants to work against God. But it’s easy to get distracted. It’s easy to drift. Maybe it’s time to recalibrate. Maybe it’s time to stand up.
The Bible tells us to “Be watchful, stand firm in the faith, act like men, be strong.” – 1 Corinthians 16:13
Stand firm. Live boldly. Be unashamed—because a life lived for Christ is a life that matters for eternity.
Think it Over:
- What specific actions or habits in your life show that you’re standing with Christ, not just believing in Him?
- Is there any area in your life where you’ve been passively standing with culture instead of actively standing with Christ?
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