Here on earth you will have many trials and sorrows (John 16:33; NLT).
Shall I not drink from the cup of suffering the Father has given me? (John 18:11; NLT).
He was in such agony of spirit that his sweat fell to the ground like great drops of blood (Luke 22:44; NLT).
The Lord – who is the Spirit – makes us more and more like him as we are changed into his glorious image (2 Corinthians 3:18; NLT).
Lord,
Help me to face fear head-on,
As you did.
Help me to face panic,
Just like you.
Help me to face pain,
As you accepted it.
Help me to face suffering and death,
Like you.