We Glorify His Holy Name

When we live godly lives, bear the rejection and unkind behaviour of others worthily, and when we suffer as a Christian, we are not to be ashamed of the gospel of God. Let us be willing to recognize that when the world persecutes God's children, we have the privilege of 'fellowshipping' in the suffering of Christ Who did so much for us, and in so doing, we glorify His holy name.
May we never forget that when we suffer as a Christian, it is for Christ's sake that we suffer. Never be ashamed of our great God and Savior but rejoice that our suffering glorifies His holy name. 
Yet if anyone suffers as a Christian, let him not be ashamed, but let him glorify God in that name.

Our United Prayer:
Heavenly Father, thank You for the Lord Jesus Christ and all that He has done for us. Thank You that in Him, we have eternal life and are secure in Your hands, no matter what we may have to suffer in this life. Thank You that by His blood, we have been fully and finally redeemed and forgiven of our sins. We pray that those who abuse us and cause us to suffer because of our faith in Jesus, may be convicted of their sin and come to a saving faith in Christ. Thank You that Your grace is sufficient for everything we may have to face. May our lives bring honor to You. In Jesus' name, AMEN.