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. But rejoice inasmuch as you participate in the sufferings of Christ, so that you may be overjoyed when his glory is revealed. If you are insulted because of the name of Christ, you are blessed, for the Spirit of glory and of God rests on you.
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?
If it is hard for the righteous to be saved, what will become of the ungodly and the sinner?
So then, those who suffer according to God’s will should commit themselves to their faithful Creator and continue to do good.
It should come as no surprise to Christians to suffer for Christ's sake. It is a cause for joy, not discouragement! Christ's suffering led to glory - a glory Christ's faithful followers will share.
Why?
Sufferings for Christ should rejoice and share with the glory of Christ.
Judgment is started from God's household, and it begins with us, so worse to those who do not obey the gospel of God. Do not complain or distress in the environment.
Suffer according to God's will should commit themselves to their faithful Creator. And continue to do good.
How?
Always rejoice when suffered for Christ's name. But not for the sins or other evil things.
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