Because strait is the gate, and narrow is the way, which leadeth unto life, and few there be that find it.
These things I have spoken unto you, that in me ye might have peace. In the world ye shall have tribulation: but be of good cheer; I have overcome the world.
Who, when he came, and had seen the grace of God, was glad, and exhorted them all, that with purpose of heart they would cleave unto the Lord.
Now when the congregation was broken up, many of the Jews and religious proselytes followed Paul and Barnabas: who, speaking to them, persuaded them to continue in the grace of God.
And Judas and Silas, being prophets also themselves, exhorted the brethren with many words, and confirmed them.
And after he had spent some time there, he departed, and went over all the country of Galatia and Phrygia in order, strengthening all the disciples.
That no man should be moved by these afflictions: for yourselves know that we are appointed thereunto.
Yea, and all that will live godly in Christ Jesus shall suffer persecution.