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Romans 15:7-13 (view passage online)
Peter tells believers to arm themselves with the mind of Christ and live the rest of their time for the will of God. He who suffers in the flesh ceases from sin and no longer lives for the lusts of men. Former companions will think it strange when believers no longer run with them in sin.
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Psalm 22 (view passage online)
David prophetically describes the suffering of the Messiah in Psalm 22. The details perfectly match Christ’s crucifixion, including His pierced hands and feet, divided garments, and the casting of lots. The psalm moves from deep suffering to praise as David declares God’s saving work.
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1 Peter 3:17-22 (view passage online)
Christ suffers once for sins, the just for the unjust, to bring us to God. Baptism now saves us, serving not as the removal of dirt but as the answer of a good conscience toward God. Christ sits at the right hand of God and rules over angels and authorities.