How did persecution affect the preaching of the gospel?

Answer

"And at that time there was a great persecution against the church which was at Jerusalem; and they were
all scattered abroad throughout the regions of Judea and Samaria, except the apostles. . . . Therefore they
that were scattered abroad went everywhere preaching the Word." Acts 8: 1-4.
NOTE - " Persecution has only had a tendency to extend and establish the faith which it was
designed to destroy. . . . There is no lesson which men have been so slow to learn as that to oppose and
persecute men is the very way to confirm them in their opinions, and to spread their doctrines.' - Dr. Albert
Barnes, on Acts 4 :4.

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What assurance has God given of the judgment?
How are those described who heed this warning?
18. In what statement was Christ promised as a Savior and Deliverer of the race as soon as sin entered?
What statement did Paul make concerning his faith and manner of worship?
What is the gospel to everyone that believes?
To what place did Jesus retire for secret devotion?

Questions & Answers are from the book Bible Readings for the Home Circle