I Peter 4:14.
FOR unto you it is given in the behalf of Christ, not only to believe on him, but also to suffer for his sake.
Philippians 1:29.
Think of the reward that Christ has promised to those who suffer for Him.
AND if children, then heirs: heirs of God, and joint-heirs with Christ; if so be that we suffer with him, that we may be also glorified together.
Romans 8:17.
FOR I reckon that the sufferings of this present time are not worthy to be compared with the glory which shall be revealed in us.
Romans 8:18.
[Ridicule and Persecution.
Encouragement given us.]
Christ was PERSECUTED FOR US!