What does Jesus say to believers facing hardship? In His letter to the church in Smyrna, Christ reminds His people that He knows their suffering, walks with them through every trial, and has already conquered death. Though persecution may come, He calls His followers to remain faithful, trusting that every hardship is temporary and every promise He makes is certain. Because Jesus is the First and the Last, those who belong to Him can stand with courage, knowing that the crown of eternal life awaits all who persevere in faith.
