ALL BELIEVERS SUFFER

All Believers suffer. You have, you are, or you will go "through many tribulations to enter the kingdom of God. Acts 14: 22 tells us, "they gave their disciples reassurances, and encouraged them to persevere in the faith with this instruction. We must undergo many trials if we are to enter into the reign of God." Jesus suffered a horrible death for our sins, so we too will experience suffering to enter heaven, and I do not think no one has or will suffer more than He did for us. Revelation 21:4 Tell us until the former world has passed away, we will experience crying, mourning, and death. 

But the good news is believers should not have to suffer alone Galatians 6:1-2 If another believer is overcome by sin or suffering; those who walk in Spirit are to help them back to the right path, but be careful not to fall into the same temptation ourselves. Believers must share each other burdens; because Christ took our responsibilities, so we can fulfill the law of Christ by helping others. And for those believers that feel they're too good to help others, you are only fooling yourselves; you are not that important. Besides, suffering prepares us for more glory and equips us for ministry.

Father, Your Word, explains why we must suffer; please help us be steadfast in our affliction and pain. Lord, You, undergone great pain and agony for our sins without complaining; so give us Your strength, patience, and courage so we will not complain. Lord, You are the supreme example of humility, and we recognize all that we have and who we are coming from Your humility. Please, Father, help us stay humble so we can focus more on You and others than we do ourselves. Father Solomon wrote, "A man who isolates himself seeks his own desire; he rages against all wise judgment. So, for this reason, we are not to be lone rangers in our Spiritual walk. Lord, keep us away from hypocrites and surround us with like-minded people; so we can carry each other burdens and never be alone. Father, we know You walk with us, so continue ordering our steps in Your Word. In Jesus' name, we pray Amen.