Being Willing To Suffer With Jesus (Clip)
Randy Krahn teaches that true Christian faith involves willingly embracing suffering with patience and obedience as a commendable act before God.
This sermon emphasizes the concept of suffering and endurance in the Christian walk, highlighting the commendable nature of enduring hardships for God. It challenges the avoidance of suffering in modern times and the desire for greatness without the willingness to go through trials and tribulations.
Full Transcript
Whenever stuff gets difficult We don't need to deal with that. We don't need to take this You know what? That's not the way of suffering. It says when you go and you work for a boss that is unruly he talks down to you and You bear it and you take it patiently.
It says it's commendable to God That's commendable And if you come under the authorities that God puts in your life and you suffer for being a Christian by doing the right thing It's commendable to God But many today they have no concept of suffering Suffering is not part of the vocabulary. We do everything in our life to try to avoid this kind of suffering We want to sit on the right hand of Jesus and on the left. We want to do great things for God But we're not prepared to drink of the cup
Sermon Outline
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I. The Reality of Suffering
- Suffering is often avoided in modern Christian life
- Many lack understanding of the biblical concept of suffering
- Suffering is part of following Christ
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II. Suffering Under Authority
- Believers are called to submit to authorities God places over them
- Enduring unjust treatment patiently is commendable to God
- Suffering for doing right honors God
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III. The Call to Drink the Cup
- Following Jesus includes accepting hardship
- Desiring glory without suffering is unrealistic
- True discipleship involves willingness to suffer
Key Quotes
“It says when you go and you work for a boss that is unruly he talks down to you and you bear it and you take it patiently. It says it's commendable to God.” — Randy Krahn
“If you come under the authorities that God puts in your life and you suffer for being a Christian by doing the right thing, it's commendable to God.” — Randy Krahn
“We want to sit on the right hand of Jesus and on the left. We want to do great things for God but we're not prepared to drink of the cup.” — Randy Krahn
Application Points
- Embrace suffering as a natural and honorable part of the Christian walk.
- Practice patience and submission when facing unjust treatment from authorities.
- Prepare your heart to accept hardships as part of following Jesus faithfully.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why does God commend suffering?
God commends suffering when it is endured patiently and righteously as it reflects Christ's own example and honors Him.
What does it mean to 'drink the cup'?
To 'drink the cup' means to accept the hardships and suffering that come with following Jesus.
How should Christians respond to unjust treatment?
Christians should respond with patience and obedience, trusting that God sees and commends their endurance.
Is suffering necessary for all believers?
While not all suffer in the same way, suffering is a common part of the Christian journey and spiritual growth.