Beloved, do not be surprised at the fiery trial when it comes upon you to test you, as though something strange were happening to you. But rejoice insofar as you share Christ's sufferings, that you may also rejoice and be glad when his glory is revealed. If you are insulted for the name of Christ, you are blessed, because the Spirit of glory and of God rests upon you.1 Pet 4:13
If we're honest, none of us relish the thought of being disliked, standing at the sharp end of ridicule, or enduring hardship. Christ promises the Christian all of these things if they are going to live in the world and run hard after Him. He also assures them why this must be so, and what He will provide.
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