2 Corinthians 1:5
2 Corinthians 1:5
For as the sufferings of Christ abound in us, so our consolation also aboundeth by Christ.
The abundance of Christ’s sufferings shared with us also brings an abundance of consolation through Him. This relationship between suffering and comfort reveals that, as we experience trials, we are equally blessed with the comfort that only Christ can provide. His presence in our suffering transforms pain into an opportunity for spiritual growth and resilience. This consolation is not superficial but deeply rooted in the strength that comes from knowing Christ’s love. Embracing this truth allows us to face hardships with courage, assured that Christ’s comfort will sustain us. This divine consolation empowers us to overcome adversity, grounded in the knowledge that Christ’s strength is made perfect in our weakness. Through Him, we find peace and hope, even in the midst of suffering, as His comfort becomes our refuge and strength.
Psalm 34:19
Many are the afflictions of the righteous: but the Lord delivereth him out of them all.
Romans 8:35
Who shall separate us from the love of Christ? shall tribulation, or distress, or persecution, or famine, or nakedness, or peril, or sword?
1 Peter 4:13
But rejoice, inasmuch as ye are partakers of Christ's sufferings; that, when his glory shall be revealed, ye may be glad also with exceeding joy.
1 Peter 4:1
Forasmuch then as Christ hath suffered for us in the flesh, arm yourselves likewise with the same mind: for he that hath suffered in the flesh hath ceased from sin;