Episode 192 - The Fellowship of His Sufferings

Most of us would gladly accept a life filled with blessings, victories, and peace.If given the choice, we would naturally avoid suffering whenever possible.Yet throughout the New Testament, we find an unexpected truth.God often accomplishes His deepest work in us during seasons we would never choose for ourselves.It’s in hardship that our faith is refined.In weakness that we learn to depend upon His strength.And in sorrow that we often experience His presence most profoundly.Paul understood this.As he spoke of knowing Christ, he didn’t separate the joy of the resurrection from the reality of the cross.He longed to know both.