1 Peter 4:13
But rejoice, inasmuch as ye are partakers of Christ’s sufferings; that, when his glory shall be revealed, ye may be glad also with exceeding joy.
Study Note
Study Note
Peter urges believers to 'rejoice inasmuch as ye are partakers of Christ's sufferings, that, when his glory shall be revealed, ye may be glad also with exceeding joy.' The concept of sharing (koinonia) in Christ's sufferings draws on Paul's identical language in Philippians 3:10 and 2 Corinthians 1:5, establishing suffering as a form of participation in Christ's own history. The eschatological reversal — present sharing of suffering becomes future sharing of revealed glory — mirrors Romans 8:17 ('if indeed we suffer with him in order that we may also be glorified with him'). The 'exceeding joy' (chareis agalliomenoi) at the revelation of glory is the future telos that makes present participation in suffering not merely endurable but purposive.
Other Translations
but insomuch as ye are partakers of Christ’s sufferings, rejoice; that at the revelation of his glory also ye may rejoice with exceeding joy.
but, according as ye have fellowship with the sufferings of the Christ, rejoice ye, that also in the revelation of his glory ye may rejoice--exulting;
But be glad that you are given a part in the pains of Christ; so that at the revelation of his glory you may have great joy.
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