Philippians 1:29

God's Word

God has given you the privilege not only to believe in Christ but also to suffer for him.

Cross References

Matthew 16:17

Jesus replied, “Simon, son of Jonah, you are blessed! No human revealed this to you, but my Father in heaven revealed it to you.

Acts 13:39

However, everyone who believes in Jesus receives God’s approval.

Acts 14:22

They strengthened the disciples in these cities and encouraged the disciples to remain faithful. Paul and Barnabas told them, “We must suffer a lot to enter God’s kingdom.”

Acts 14:27

When they arrived, they called the members of the church together. They reported everything God had done through them, especially that he had given people who were not Jewish the opportunity to believe.

Acts 5:41

The apostles left the council room. They were happy to have been considered worthy to suffer dishonor for speaking about Jesus.

Romans 5:3

But that’s not all. We also brag when we are suffering. We know that suffering creates endurance,

Ephesians 2:8

God saved you through faith as an act of kindness. You had nothing to do with it. Being saved is a gift from God.

Colossians 2:12

This happened when you were placed in the tomb with Christ through baptism. In baptism you were also brought back to life with Christ through faith in the power of God, who brought him back to life.

James 1:2

My brothers and sisters, be very happy when you are tested in different ways.

1 Peter 4:13

but be happy as you share Christ’s sufferings. Then you will also be full of joy when he appears again in his glory.