Persecution

Jesus was very clear about how the world would react to those who spoke out against injustice and change. He said that He was persecuted, therefore as Christians we were bound to be persecuted as well. The reason why the world persecutes us is because they have not understood that it is God who has sends us to speak to them. Christ was very clear that being his servant had a cost attached to it. Jesus said at times when the world leaders turn their backs on God, there will be great persecution of those who follow Him.

John 15:20-21 Remember the word that I said unto you, The servant is not greater than his lord. If they have persecuted me, they will also persecute you; if they have kept my saying, they will keep yours also.But all these things will they do unto you for my name's sake, because they know not him that sent me.