The people who do not obey God are often confounded by those who do. 1 Peter 4:4 says, “They are surprised that you do not join them in their reckless, wild living, and they heap abuse on you.”

Those who don’t obey God don’t understand why anyone would: go to church, tithe, refuse to use bad language, refrain from drunkenness, be a stickler for the truth, choose not to engage in sexual immorality, etc. They might even ridicule you or call you names because you do not share their godless approach to life.

We will gladly accept their abuse in return for the blessings that God has in store for those who obey him.