This article demonstrates that the Lord Jesus had to suffer throughout his whole life and not just on the cross. For he had to display perfect submission and love to God, and he had to become the merciful and sympathetic high priest.

Why do Christians experience suffering and persecution? What should our response to suffering be? This author of this article addresses these questions.

This article is a reflection on why Christians suffer losses. Jesus called those who remain steadfast under trials blessed. Those who have stood the test will receive the crown of life, which God has promised to those who love Him.

Not all kinds of shame are reason to be ashamed. The apostles sometimes rejoiced that they had been considered worthy to suffer shame for His name.