One out of every seven Christians around the globe today suffers intense persecution. It is as Paul warned Timothy: “In fact, everyone who wants to live a godly life in Christ Jesus will be persecuted” (2 Timothy 3:12). Given the trials that are sure to come, how can we walk boldly in our Christian faith? Guiding you through in this 8-part series, Dr. Michael Youssef examines Jesus’ call to all believers through His letters to seven first-century churches to reclaim our first love. With our eyes set on Christ, we’ll be strengthened to follow Him faithfully today and forever.

In Tempted to Quit, Dr. Michael Youssef delivers a bold message from Revelation 2 to the suffering church in Smyrna—and to every believer facing persecution today. With unwavering clarity, Dr. Youssef reminds us that true love for Christ will always bring opposition in a world ruled by lies. But Jesus says, “I know.” He knows our pain, our trials, our faithfulness—and He holds us in His sovereign hands. As culture demands compromise, the glorified Christ calls His people to endure, not in fear, but in faith. This episode issues a clear call to reject cowardice, stand for Truth, and trust the One who conquered death. Suffering is temporary. Jesus is eternal.