Days of Praise Podcast

Christ: Our Example

“For even hereunto were ye called: because Christ also suffered for us, leaving us an example, that ye should follow his steps.” (1 Peter 2:21)

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Duration:: 3m
Broadcast on:: 09 Sep 2024
Audio Format:: mp3

Welcome to the Days of Praise podcast, a daily devotional by the Institute for Creation Research. Christ, our example. For even here on two where you called, because Christ also suffered for us, leaving us an example that you should follow His steps, 1 Peter 2, 21. Some have tried to pattern their lives after that of Jesus simply by asking in every situation, what would Jesus do? But in the context of our text, the primary example that He left us was nothing less than His own sacrificial death. Note the context. For this is thank-worthy, same word as grace. If a man for conscience toward God into her grief, suffering wrongfully, if when you do well and suffer for it, yet take it patiently, this is acceptable. Also, the same word as grace, with God. To follow Christ's example, therefore, is to be willing to endure unjustified suffering, even defamation and persecution with grace and patience. But that is not all. We must also do it in silence, who, when he was reviled, reviled not again. When he suffered, he threatened not. As a sheep before her shearers is dumb, so he opens not his mouth. It is a natural reaction to want to strike back at one who has slandered or injured us, especially when such an act is an insulting response to kindness. But such a natural reaction was not Christ's reaction. He could have called twelve legions of angels to his defense, but he chose to suffer in silence. And why would he do such a thing? First, if he had not done so, we would have been lost in our sins forever. He bore our sins in his own body on the tree. Second, he left us an example that we should follow his steps. He was not just silent in his sufferings, he suffered for us. If we would really be like him, we must be willing to suffer quietly on behalf of others, even when they are the ones who deserve it. This is acceptable with God. [Music] If you have enjoyed today's devotional, be sure to subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts, and please rate and review so more listeners can find us. To support ICR's ministry, visit icr.org/donate. Your gift of any amount helps us reach others with biblical truth and encouragement. Thanks for listening. We hope you'll start each day with day's praise. [Music]