Thematic Bible: Suffering for Christ
Thematic Bible
Glorifying God » Accomplished by » Suffering for Christ
But if you suffer for being a Christian, do not feel ashamed, but glorify God with that name.
If you are insulted because of the name of the Messiah, you are blessed, for the glorious Spirit of God is resting on you.
If you are insulted because of the name of the Messiah, you are blessed, for the glorious Spirit of God is resting on you. Of course, none of you should suffer for being a murderer, thief, criminal, or troublemaker. But if you suffer for being a Christian, do not feel ashamed, but glorify God with that name.
Happiness of saints in this life » Is derived from » Suffering for Christ
Instead, because you are participating in the sufferings of the Messiah, keep on rejoicing, so that you may be glad and shout for joy when his glory is revealed. If you are insulted because of the name of the Messiah, you are blessed, for the glorious Spirit of God is resting on you.
That is why I take such pleasure in weaknesses, insults, hardships, persecutions, and difficulties for the Messiah's sake, for when I am weak, then I am strong.
But even if you should suffer for doing what is right, you are blessed. "Never be afraid of their threats, and never get upset.
Privileges of saints » Suffering for Christ
They left the Council, rejoicing to have been considered worthy to suffer dishonor for the sake of the Name.
For you have been given the privilege for the Messiah's sake not only to believe in him but also to suffer for him.