Col 1:24 | MHM | STEP | The Preaching of Redemption: Paul’s Ministry and Suffering v. 24 : Now I rejoice in my sufferings for your sake, and in my flesh I am filling up what is lacking in Christ’s afflictions for the sake of his body, that is, the church, Paul sees his sufferings as a privilege, sharing in the afflictions of Christ for the benefit of the church. His trials are not for atonement, but for the advancement and encouragement of God’s people. Ministers may expect to suffer, but can rejoice that their hardships serve a greater purpose (2 Corinthians 1:6 ).

‏ Colossians 1:24

The Preaching of Redemption: Paul’s Ministry and Suffering

v. 24: Now I rejoice in my sufferings for your sake, and in my flesh I am filling up what is lacking in Christ’s afflictions for the sake of his body, that is, the church, Paul sees his sufferings as a privilege, sharing in the afflictions of Christ for the benefit of the church. His trials are not for atonement, but for the advancement and encouragement of God’s people. Ministers may expect to suffer, but can rejoice that their hardships serve a greater purpose (2 Corinthians 1:6 ^a).