In this episode we will look at what Gods says about suffering.  Many people in the world today suffer through many different trials.  But are Christians supposed to suffer in this world as well?  People agree Jesus had to suffer, and to suffer in ways unimaginable.  As we look at scripture, we will start by reviewing a few passages confirming the sufferings of Christ, but then will look at some passages many don't know exist.  Specifically regarding if you aren't suffering with the same purpose as Christ, then you are not standing in the TRUE Grace of God.  God actually defines being in His grace as suffering like Christ, but not committing sin.  Sounds impossible?  Well remember, Jesus said what is impossible with man is possible with God.  Listen to the repeated commands of God that we must suffer like Christ.  You might also be surprised to find out that most of the suffering True Christians will experience comes from the very people who claim to be serving God.  God's word even says you cannot enter the kingdom of heaven but through suffering and tribulations.  But itsn't just about suffering, it is whether or not you are able to endure and persevere through suffering.  Is is this ability to overcome temptations and sin which demonstrates that we have a "proof of faith".  Passages Covered:  Mathew 16:21-27, 17:12; Luke 9:22-26, 6:22-26; Hebrews 2:18, 5:7-9; 1 Peter 2:19-25, 3:14-18, 4:1-2, 4:12-19, 5:9, 12; John 16:33; Acts 14:21-22; Romans 5:1-5, 8:12-18; 2 Corinthians 1:5-9; Philippians 1:27-30, 3:8-19; 1 Thessalonians 1:2-8, 2:1-4, 2:10-18, 3:1-8; 2 Thessalonians 1:3-9; 2 Timothy 1:6-15, 2:1-10, 3:10-13; Hebrews 10:32-39; Revelation 1:9; Colossians 1:21-24; Mathew 5:12; James 1:2-4, 12; 1 Peter 1:6-7