“Now who is there to harm you if you are zealous for what is good? But even if you should suffer for righteousness’ sake, you will be blessed. Have no fear of them, nor be troubled, but in your hearts honor Christ the Lord as holy, always being prepared to make a defense to anyone who asks you for a reason for the hope that is in you; yet do it with gentleness and respect, having a good conscience, so that, when you are slandered, those who revile your good behavior in Christ may be put to shame. For it is better to suffer for doing good, if that should be God’s will, than for doing evil.”
‭‭1 Peter‬ ‭3:13-17‬ ‭ESV‬‬
https://www.bible.com/bible/59/1pe.3.13-17.esv

All,

This stands out because Peter says, “always being prepared to make a defense to anyone who asks you for a reason for the hope that is in you; yet do it with gentleness and respect”.  Is this how Christians are perceived?  Why not?  Are you perceived in this way?  Would someone know you are a Christian if they asked you your reason?  Do people avoid you because you are quick to tell them what they are doing wrong?  The key parts here are “asks” and gentleness and respect”. Please pray that we and our friends serve God’s purpose when asked about our hope. Please pray for Newt’s group.