The world’s values are totally unlike those of Christ. To live in the world means your Christian standards and viewpoints will constantly be assailed. Nevertheless, you need not become the world’s victim. For the Holy Spirit who resides within all believers is greater than any sin, or temptation, or persecution you might face from the world.
Too many of God’s children surrender, too easily, to the pressures of the world. They live in constant defeat. They are filled with a sense of remorse and guilt. Others constantly feel intimidated by those around them who are opposed to their beliefs. Such people go to work fearing their faith will be attacked or ridiculed.
Yet Scripture is clear, that regardless of how threatening or profane is the world around you, Christ in you is greater still. Rather than worrying how the world might affect you, you should be looking for ways that Christ intends to impact the people around you. Christ is greater than anything you will face. Are you living like it?