1 Peter 4:12-13

12 Dear friends, don't be surprised at the fiery trials you are going through, as if something strange were happening to you. 13 Instead, be very glad — because these trials will make you partners with Christ in his suffering, and afterward you will have the wonderful joy of sharing his glory when it is displayed to all the world. (NLT)

 

When you suffer for Christ be glad that God counts you worthy to suffer with Christ. When you suffer you must be joyous and happy for Christ is with you in it and it draws attention to Jesus. The lost will ask you “how is it that you are so happy and joyous in this suffering? “ and you will be able to answer because of Jesus Christ. Remember you are partners with Christ in all things.

 

Engage the Present – Create the Future – With Jesus Christ