Once we become a child of God we’re instantly in the minority on this planet and we have a target on our backs. Satan is the god of this fallen world and the world is in his sway. Most people live to please others or themselves but Christians are called upon to please God by following His commands and emulating Christ. This will put us at odds with everyone who doesn’t know our God and we’ll be shunned and persecuted for our faith. The Bible tells us to expect it and prepare for it. God is not of this world and once we become sons of God neither are we, Our citizenship is in heaven. Our dwelling place in heaven has already been prepared for us. While on this earth we are instructed to obey God and not follow the norms of this world.
We are to live at peace with everyone as much as possible and to obey our government as long as it conforms to the commands of God. If it comes down to obeying the world or obeying God always obey God and live with the consequences. We will suffer for God. The world is a dangerous place and God only leaves us here so we can witness for Christ and live our lives so we shine before men and attract some to the gospel of truth. God doesn’t want even one sinner to suffer damnation so He waits as long as possible for His harvest to come in. That’s where we come in. As disciples of Christ we are to share the gospel with unbelievers and thereby save some for God’s kingdom.
The reason God hasn’t raptured His church already is because He is patiently waiting for more lost souls to be saved. When God’s harvest is full Jesus will come to the earth again in power and glory to judge the nations and set up His millennial kingdom in Jerusalem. Until then, stay in God’s Word, continue to pray daily for God’s guidance, strength and protection. Witness for Christ and do good works in fellowship with other believers as long as you can.
Romans 12:12 – And do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, that you may prove what is that good and acceptable and perfect will of God.
John 17:14-16 – I have given them Your Word; and the world has hated them because they are not of this world, just as I am not of this world. I do not pray that You should take them out of the world, but that You should keep them from the evil one. They are not of the world, just as I am not of the world.