IN THE PAIN AND SUFFERING

2 Timothy 1:12

And that is why I am suffering here in prison. But I am not ashamed of it, for I know the one in whom I trust, and I am sure that he is able to guard what I have entrusted to him until the day of his return.

The Apostle Paul was imprisoned because he preached the Gospel of Jesus Christ. I think it is fair to say that it is a great privilege for one to go through pain and suffering brought about by their service unto the Lord. In moments of pain and suffering we can identify with Jesus Christ who walked upon a path much worse than the one we tread. John 15:20 tells us that Jesus taught, "Do you remember what I told you? ‘A servant is not greater than the master.’ Since they persecuted me, naturally they will persecute you. And if they had listened to me, they would listen to you!" Just serve the Lord despite any anguish because your blood, sweat and tears become a true badge of honor.