As Christians, living for God in these last days, we must be alert yet not alarmed with the war of ideas between the world and the Christian life. This is not our home, but still find yourself some travel companions: the church, the only place where pursuing godliness is celebrated.

Don’t be surprised by suffering or by antagonism to the Christian life. The kingdom of the self and the kingdom of God are at war with each other, therefore arm yourself with the knowledge that Christ is risen and one day you will be too. Pursue godliness in the church and gospel communities. Live like Jesus, not like the world. Be obedient to God.