God works all things for His glory

I was reading Luke 21 today. Here the disciples inquire of Jesus what signs will come to help notify them beforehand of the end of days. Jesus gives them many illustrations starting in vs. 8 to about vs. 36. But it is so marvelous and amazing how Jesus tells us that amidst these troubling times and all the strife and persecution that will come to pass that he still calls us to witness. Even when we are handed over to persecution for standing for the Lord.

12 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.
13 This will be your opportunity to bear witness.

Luke 21:12-13 (ESV)

Therefore we must keep our minds & hearts focused daily on heavenly places and stay buried in the Word to strengthen our faith and knowledge of the truth.

17 You will be hated by all for my name’s sake.

Luke 21:17 (ESV)

We have not to fear for our Savior promises us that if we remain faithful and steadfast in the Word that He will protect us and deliver us unto eternal life.

18 But not a hair of your head will perish.
19 By your endurance you will gain your lives.

Luke 21:18-19 (ESV)