How does suffering help us appreciate Christ's sacrifice?

Suffering brings us closer to understanding the sacrifice of Christ. As we experience our own afflictions, we begin to recognize the immense suffering Christ endured on our behalf. His anguish and ultimate sacrifice were not for His own wrongs but for ours. Lamentations 1:12 reminds believers to reflect on the sorrows of Christ, who suffered in our place. This deep appreciation leads us to a greater gratitude for His grace and encourages us to follow His example of enduring hardships with faith and hope.