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In Acts 14:22, Paul says that "through many tribulations we must enter the kingdom..." What does this verse (and others) mean?

By Ed Vasicek Wed, 01/16/2013 - 3:31pm
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The combined tribulations of life and unique ones because of our faith
67% (6 votes)
Only the sufferings that occur because of our faith (persecution, discrimination, etc.)
11% (1 vote)
Sufferings for faith that some but not all Christians experience
11% (1 vote)
Other or undecided
11% (1 vote)
Total votes: 9
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Suffering, Tribulations

There are many verses in the New Testament about suffering in general, and suffering for our faith in particular.  Do all true Christians suffer for their faith?  2 Timothy 3:12 seems to imply this:

 

Indeed, all who desire to live a godly life in Christ Jesus will be persecuted

Unless, of course, saved people can live their entire lifetime without desiring to live a godly life, which I don't think is likely.

Still, when we hurt ourselves, get in accidents, are diagnosed with a disease, are victims of crime, etc., are those "holy" tribulations, or are they not included in the sufferings of the "Christian?"  Your comments and thoughts, please.

 

 

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