"One night the Lord spoke to Paul in a vision: 'Do not be afraid; keep on speaking, do not be silent. For I am with you, and no one is going to attack and harm you, because I have many people in this city." -Acts 18:9-10

When we face upfront opposition, it's natural to want to leave. We want to be accepted and see our work come to fruition. It takes courage to trust and tremendous obedience to stay put, but this is exactly what God has called us to do.

Do not be silent;
speak truth and life in the city God has placed you.