Today we soberly stood at the place of the greatest martyrdom of early Christians in the Roman Empire. Our lesson was called–The Spirit in the Arena: How to Die with a Smile. For our DTBMA students both here in Europe, and in Asia–persecution is a very real danger they face. Martyrdom is also not impossible to imagine.
So, these lessons were eagerly and intently studied.
Thanks for praying as we serve over here.
Overlooking the Circus Maximus, the premier site of martyrdom, the Scriptures connect the martyrs’ ability to "rejoice in hope" with the Pneumatology (doctrine of the Spirit) in Romans 8.
The Holy Spirit is the "quickening" and "gladdening" agent that empowers believers to face death.
Historical Background:
• Circus Maximus: Rome’s largest arena (200,000 spectators) and site of mass martyrdoms.
Key Lessons:
1. Supernatural Strength: Believers need the "quickening" power of the Spirit to face persecution.
2. The Gladdening Spirit: Romans 14 describes the Spirit giving joy even in tribulation.
Scripture References:
• Romans 8 (Pneumatology)
• Romans 12:9-12
• Romans 14
Application for Current Living: "Ask for the Power" — Do not wait for a crisis to seek the Holy Spirit. Ask God today for the "gladdening spirit" so that you can be faithful in small trials now.
(ROME-06)
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