2 Corinthians 1:5

New International Reader's Version

We share very much in the sufferings of Christ. So we also share very much in his comfort.

Cross References

Luke 2:25

In Jerusalem there was a man named Simeon. He was a good and godly man. He was waiting for God’s promise to Israel to come true. The Holy Spirit was with him.

Acts 9:4

He fell to the ground. He heard a voice speak to him, “Saul! Saul! Why are you opposing me?”

Romans 8:17

As his children, we will receive all that he has for us. We will share what Christ receives. But we must share in his sufferings if we want to share in his glory.

Philippians 1:20

I completely expect and hope that I won’t be ashamed in any way. I’m sure I will be brave enough. Now as always Christ will receive glory because of what happens to me. He will receive glory whether I live or die.

Philippians 2:1

So does belonging to Christ help you in any way? Does his love comfort you at all? Do you share anything in common because of the Holy Spirit? Has Christ ever been gentle and loving toward you?

Philippians 3:10

I want to know Christ better. Yes, I want to know the power that raised him from the dead. I want to join him in his sufferings. I want to become like him by sharing in his death.

Colossians 1:24

I am happy because of what I am suffering for you. My suffering joins with and continues the sufferings of Christ. I suffer for his body, which is the church.

2 Timothy 3:11

You know that I was treated badly. You know that I suffered greatly. You know what kinds of things happened to me in Antioch, Iconium and Lystra. You know how badly I have been treated. But the Lord saved me from all my troubles.

1 Peter 4:13

Instead, be joyful that you are taking part in Christ’s sufferings. Then you will have even more joy when Christ returns in glory.