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What does the Bible say about Jesus' suffering?

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The Bible vividly portrays Jesus' suffering in the Gospels, where He is scourged, crowned with thorns, and mocked, illustrating His love and sacrifice for humanity.

The Gospels provide a deep insight into the suffering of Jesus Christ, particularly in passages like John 19:1-16. Here we witness the Savior of mankind enduring severe flogging, humiliation through mockery, and ultimately rejection by His own people. This portrayal is not just historical; it reflects the profound depth of His love, which Paul describes as a love that 'passes knowledge.' Jesus suffered not only to bear the sins of humanity but to demonstrate that the Just suffered for the unjust. His suffering is a vital aspect of the Christian faith, representing both the fulfillment of prophecy and the means of salvation for believers.
Scripture References: John 19:1-16, Isaiah 53:5, 1 Peter 3:18, Luke 23:24-49, Romans 5:6-8, 1 Peter 2:24, Lamentations 1:12, Psalm 22:1, Isaiah 53:10, Isaiah 53:3-5, Matthew 20:18-19, Luke 23:28, Hebrews 2:16-18, Matthew 20:17-23, John 10:18, Galatians 3:13, Luke 23:27-31, Hebrews 12:2, John 1:29, Matthew 27:46, Ephesians 3:19, Romans 5:8

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John 19:1-16
J.C. Ryle · Dec 21, 2016
Isaiah 53:5
Octavius Winslow · Dec 12, 2016
Matthew 20:17-23
J.C. Ryle · Feb 19, 2016
Weep not for me!
Don Fortner · Apr 4, 2016
Mark 15:16-32
J.C. Ryle · May 3, 2016
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