The early Christians were spiritual revolutionaries. In a society that worshiped idols and called those who refused “atheists,” Christians were a radical force that threatened Rome’s continuity. They went against the majority rule and so became a perceived threat to the Roman authority. They were hated so much that their deaths were not only numerous, but they were carried out with horrendous flair.

Source: Taken from the great book Extreme Devotion.

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Another great story from the book Extreme Devotion. I LOVE this story!

Though Timothy was young, Paul encouraged him to be an example to all. Timothy proved he could live up to these instructions.

I would rather be hung than betray my Lord.

Liuba Ganevskaya had been beaten repeatedly in the Russian prison. But when she looked up at her torturer, holding the whip above her back, she smiled.

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Before prison weheard about God.But in prison weexperienced God.