Since therefore Christ suffered in the flesh, arm yourselves with the same way of thinking, for whoever has suffered in the flesh has ceased from sin.
1 Peter 4:1
Have you ever suffered for Jesus? This could be as simple as being teased or as huge being imprisoned. Whatever has happened because of your faith, this will not be the last time you go through trials like this. Jesus tells us that there will be tribulation, but He also says that He will help us through it. He will strengthen us and tell us what to do and say when that time comes.
We will face opposition because we don't belong to this world anymore. We have been bought with the blood of Christ and we follow in his footsteps. This means that if He suffered, we will suffer, because the world does not accept us, like it does not accept Him.
Expect tribulation, and prepare for it by reading His Word and praying constantly. Because when we keep our faith strong and unwavering through hardship, that is a mark of growth. It is a sign that we are growing farther from sin and closer to Him.
