Question 40
Interpersonal RelationshipsWhen Peter described the suffering of the Christians as a fiery ordeal he meant all the following except that it
- A.is a characteristic of Christian life in the world
- B.tests the reality of the Christian faith
- C.its sharing in Christ's sufferings
- D.is a reason for joy
- E.is something a Christian must struggle to attain.
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: E (is something a Christian must struggle to attain.)
Explanation
Peter says the fiery ordeal should not surprise them; it tests them, shares Christ's sufferings and is a reason to rejoice (1 Peter 4:12-13). It is not something to seek.