[:en]Jesus had suffered for us leaving us an example to follow his footsteps. Paul experienced suffering when he was beaten with rods, stoned, shipwreck and attacked by bandits. He endured hunger and thirst but he remained faithful to Him till the end.
You may also experience a different kind of suffering. You may have to deny yourself, endure harassment, bear insults, develop patience, avoid revenge and forgive your enemy when you are following His steps. But whenever you encounter suffering, remember that Jesus had first suffered for you.[:]