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Josh McDowell

As a reward for their efforts, however, those early Christians were beaten, stoned to death, thrown to the lions, tortured and crucified. Every conceivable method was used to stop them from talking.

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Early Christians faced extreme violence and punishment because of their beliefs. The authorities tried every possible way to silence them and prevent their message from spreading.

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