In what ways does taking Jesus’ name on ourselves, or identifying ourselves with him, open us to shame and persecution?
We become a new creature. Old things have passed away. We have become set apart. In that transition there is a cutting away from old patterns and behaviors. When old familiar spirits approach is we can have a tendency to want to pick up those habits again bringing shame or persecution from old friends.
Have you seen examples of this in your own experience?
Yes sometimes I'm called the good girl but I know that I'm a God girl.
What actions might show that a Christian is ashamed of Jesus? When we don't stand up for His word when others talk down to us about our Savior
What actions might show that a Christian is unashamed of Jesus?
We stand firm on His promises and beliefs
