Man, I’m Hurting!

Man, I’m Hurting!

We were looking at I Peter 2:13-25 today and talking about submitting to authorities and enduring suffering when life isn’t fair.

Everyone is going through some sort of trauma, suffering, difficulty, trial, etc. Some of us have learned to accept the trial as a challenge and not let it get us down. However, there are many who seek serious relief from the suffering they are going through. Some are so focused on their suffering that they can’t see the good that is in it, will come from it or the good that exists around them in so many other ways.

Suffering isn’t fun, but it is a part of life on this earth. You are not going to escape until Jesus calls you home, but you can find peace, hope and joy in the midst of any trial if you look at it from Jesus’ perspective.

1. Even when we submit to our employers or those over us, we still sometimes have to endure suffering. It can be a process to bring growth or needed change in our life.

2. When the suffering is severe and especially unjust, we can remember that Jesus suffered far worse for our sins when He endured the mockery of a trial, physical and emotional abuse and finally, spiritual abandonment as He hung on the cross, naked, hurting, dying for our sins.

3. Jesus is a role model for us in that He did not curse those who were hurting Him, but forgave them.

He knew that He had to go through this, no matter how much it hurt. He was obedient and faithful, and because of that, you and I have forgiveness of our sins and hope of eternal life with God and Jesus in Heaven.

What trial are you going through? Is it really any worse than what Jesus went through for you? Go to God and tell Him where it hurts. Then ask Him to show you if there is anything that you need to do to endure the trial and be faithful to Him.

Praise God when you go through trials and come out successfully on the other side. (James 1:2-4).

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