“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.”
We are told not to be surprised when we encounter trials. But we usually are surprised. We want to know why we are facing the trial. It seems like it should not be happening, and we want to know what is going on that we are facing this unusually difficult circumstance. But trials are not something strange, and we should be ready for them.
The correct response to trials is joy. When we suffer as Christians, we are “shar[ing] Christ’s sufferings.” If we suffer with Him, we shall rejoice at the revelation of His glory. When it is clear to all that Christ is the King of glory, what honor shall be ours who suffered for Him.
No comments:
Post a Comment