Bearing “The Reproach Of Christ” – Bible study

According to the writer of Hebrews, Moses looked ahead and made a choice based on future consequences: By faith Moses, when he became of age ….. [chose] rather to suffer affliction with the people of God than to enjoy the passing pleasures of sin, esteeming the reproach of Christ greater riches than the treasures in Egypt; for he looked to the reward (Hebrews 11:24-26).

Moses choice certainly wasnt an easy one, but through the eye of faith (Hebrews 11:24,27,28), he knew that any future tribulations or persecutions he would face for godly living, would be made bearable by his coming reward (cf. 2 Timothy 2:1-13).

As we look forward to the future events of our life, are we willing to bear the reproach of Christ those tough times that will surely come about by being associated with Jesus (2 Timothy 3:12; cf. Psalm 34:19) in exchange for the promised reward of pleasing God? (1 Peter 1:1-9; cf. 2 Timothy 4:6-8).

Lets think about it!