Suffering

Philippians 1:29, "For it has been granted to you on behalf of Christ not only to believe on him, but also suffer for him." We ask God why do we suffer, as man we don't like suffering. "suffer for him" as the passage states may mean that suffer means to serve and to give him time.

1 Peter 2:20-25. Our calling as Christians is to suffer for Christ (Priority) v. 21. (examples) Our goal as Christians is to live like Christ to be Christ-like, ultimate feat is to be a martyr, not everyone is called to be a martyr, but we must always defend/suffer for Christ.

1 Peter 4:12-19. Two types of suffering: Suffering for Christ (Good) - martyr, serving God and people, and giving time. Suffering because of sin (Bad) - guilt and emotions such as lust, anger, and pride. We get confused about pain/suffering, we relate pain (suffering) to sin, therefore we avoid suffering for Christ. We need to pick up our cross and follow Jesus.