You have not yet resisted to bloodshed, striving against sin (Hebrews 12:4).

This verse puts daily problems and challenges into perspective. Even though we may face discouragements, consider what Jesus and His followers have endured through history. Striving against sin is both a personal call to holiness, as well as a challenge to combat wickedness in society. It is a spiritual battle on two fronts: within and without. This struggle could become so intense as to require shedding one’s own blood–many have done so. As of yet, that has not been my personal experience. However, it would not be an unreasonable expectation.