I have always been a pretty bold person, at least I thought so.  I can share Jesus just about anywhere – in a grocery store with people walking past me who may need help, in the mall when I see someone hurting, and yes, with friends and family members.

 Recently however, I have seen persecution hit the church.  Oh, it comes in small waves and tries to disguise itself as sincere and concerned – or it comes in a huge blast of criticism over our Christian beliefs in such things as sexuality and our stand on abortion.  And in these moments, I have even caught myself remaining quiet and just letting them scream their words.  Where was I at that moment Lord?  Why did I not speak up?  Oh yes, I don’t want to offend or lose a friendship.  Maybe if I pray for them, they might come around to what is truth.

 But then God reminds me of my role in this life.  My role is that of a daughter – a daughter of the King Most High!  I am to stand in the role of life He has given me!  His word is truth and the only truth and I am to stand firm in that truth!

 He tells me to stand firm and see the salvation of the Lord (Exodus 14:13).  He tells me if I do not stand firm in my faith, I will not stand at all.

 So, today, I stand.  And tomorrow I will stand – and I will remind those around me of truth and righteousness.  I will take up my sword of faith and the breastplate of righteousness and yes, I will stand!

 So today my friends, stand with me.  Stand in the truth He has given us and the only truth that will last forever.  Let us together stand firm and see His victory in our lives!