0349. 343. Fellowship with Christ in Sacrifice and Suffering

343. Fellowship with Christ in Sacrifice and Suffering

What does it mean to sacrifice and suffer with Christ?

1. The crucifixion of self—Gal_2:20.

2. The being spent and spending for Him and others—2Co_12:15.

3. The recognition of Christ suffering in us—Col_1:24.

4. The being obedient unto death—Php_2:8.

5. The sharing of the trials of others—2Co_1:6.

6. Taking the sufferings, which come from the world, uncomplainingly—1Pe_2:20, 1Pe_2:21.

7. The being sweet and kind amid the suffering—1Co_13:4.

By: DR. F. E. MARSH