Scripture tells us that Messiah's followers are to take part in His sufferings. It's His example of righteous obedience and perseverance in a world that is far from righteousness. What we miss, though, is that this example of our Messiah is not only something we emulate as individuals, but as the nation He has called out of all nations.
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