Wednesday, March 2, 2016

Suffering For Being a Christian

1 Peter 4:12-19
“Dear Friends, do not be surprised at the fiery ordeal that has come on you to test you, as though something strange were happening to you. (13) But rejoice inasmuch as you participate in the sufferings for Christ, so that you may be overjoyed when His glory is revealed. (14) If you are insulted because of the name of Christ, you are blessed, for the Spirit of glory and of God rests on you. (15) If you suffer, it should not be as a murderer or thief or any other kind of criminal, or even as a meddler. (16) However, if you suffer as a Christian, do not be ashamed, but praise God that you bear that name. (17) For it is time for judgment to begin with God’s household; and if it begins with us, what will the outcome be for those who do not obey the gospel of God? (18) And. “If it is hard for the righteous to be saved, what will become of the ungodly and the sinner?”
(19) So, then, those who suffer according to God’s will should commit themselves to their faithful Creator and continue to do good.”
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As Christians, it is normal for us to suffer. It will even feel like we are standing on burning coals and a shower of fire pouring upon us. Trust me, I know. But rejoice, because we are suffering as Christ did. “We will be overjoyed when His glory is revealed.” Let us be insulted, bashed, crushed, driven to the worst; let us crumble, break down, and be beaten. But let us also be brought up again and given greater strength in Christ when we call upon His loving name. God will renew our strength when we use it all. But when He gives it to you, praise Him. Praise Him for never leaving us or giving up on us. Even though we fail Him everyday, His love for us is still greater.

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