^3 (A)that no one should be shaken by these afflictions; for you yourselves know that ^(B)we are appointed to this.

¹² Yes, and ^(A)all who desire to live godly in Christ Jesus will suffer persecution.

Suffering for God’s Glory

¹² Beloved, do not think it strange concerning the fiery trial which is to try you, as though some strange thing happened to you;

¹³ but rejoice ^(A)to the extent that you partake of Christ’s sufferings, that ^(B)when His glory is revealed, you may also be glad with exceeding joy.