10. Jesus, Joy, and Self-Denial
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There are times that Christians embrace suffering that they could have tried to avoid. What explains that impulse? Jesus' conversation with Peter and his disciples in Mark 8 shows us why Jesus moves toward suffering, and why following him means we do the same.
Application Questions:
1. Why does Jesus insist so strongly that he “must” suffer on the cross? How does this contrast with the way people normally think about the good life?
2. Do you have any experience moving toward suffering and not away from it? What were your motivations and what was the result?
3. What scares you the most about moving toward suffering and not away from it? How does the gospel encourage you in those fears?
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