Follow the Triumphant King
Following Jesus gives us deep comfort, a strong confidence and an exhilarating expectation despite all the suffering we will experience for His sake.
Jesus leads the way in suffering
Jesus’ suffering was unique:
– in its injustice
– in its awfulness
– in its effect
Through suffering to salvation: God’s rescue of Noah and his family
Through the waters to safety: baptism, an appeal to God for a good conscience
Jesus leads the way in triumph