I want to know Christ and experience the mighty power that raised him from the dead. I want to suffer with him, sharing in his death, so that one way or another I will experience the resurrection from the dead!
- Philippians 3:10-11

Lord Jesus, Teach me to suffer willingly for the Gospel. Help me regard trials, slander and persecution as opportunities to share in Your suffering, and share in Your death that I may share in resurrection on the Day of Your coming. Amen.