What must be our attitude towards suffering?
What must be our attitude towards suffering?
First, it should be one of worship. We ought to say, “O God, I believe You are the great and mighty God. I don’t understand all the things that are happening in my life, but, O God, I trust in You.”
What are the attitude of Christian towards persecution?
Christians are being persecuted for practising righteousness taught by Jesus Christ. They are hated, molested and murdered for speaking against societal evils like frauds, corruption and cultism. Since persecution involves suffering and death, Christians may be tempted to condone evil.
What was Jesus attitude towards suffering?
The Reality of Suffering We see in Jesus an approach to suffering that is not avoidance; rather he responds in love, acknowledging and entering into the suffering of others. He experiences grief, rejection, humiliation and ridicule. He opens himself to hatred and hostility, persecu- tion and threats on his life.
How did Jesus feel in the Garden of Gethsemane?
Jesus was accompanied by three Apostles: Peter, John and James, whom he asked to stay awake and pray. He moved “a stone’s throw away” from them, where he felt overwhelming sadness and anguish, and said “My Father, if it is possible, let this cup pass me by.
What are the different types of persecution?
Persecution is the systematic mistreatment of an individual or group by another individual or group. The most common forms are religious persecution, racism and political persecution, though there is naturally some overlap between these terms.
What can we learn from Jesus suffering?
Lessons that Christians learn from the suffering and death of Jesus. Christians should repent/ confess their sins. They should be obedient/ loyal to God. They should stand for the truth at all times.
What did Jesus say about struggles?
I can do all things through Him who strengthens me. Joshua 1:9 Be strong and courageous; do not be frightened or dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go. Deuteronomy 31:6,8 Be strong and bold; have no fear or dread of them, because it is the Lord your God who goes before you.
What are some examples of persecution today?
Examples of persecution include the confiscation or destruction of property, incitement of hatred, arrests, imprisonment, beatings, torture, murder, and executions. Religious persecution can be considered the opposite of freedom of religion.
What can you learn from suffering?
Suffering can teach you “to think about how you can do better next time,” says Robbie, 11. “If you are getting a bad grade, you can study and get a better grade.” Robbie, this wise observation will help you avoid much suffering. A great deal of our suffering is self-induced.