1 Peter 2:19-20

"For God is pleased when, conscious of his will, you patiently endure unjust treatment. Of course, you get no credit for being patient if you are..."

"For it is commendable if someone bears up under the pain of unjust suffering because they are conscious of God."

Inspirational illustration of 1 Peter 2:19 niv -- For it is commendable if someone bears up under the pain of unjust suffering because they are conscious of God.

Inspirational illustration of 1 Peter 2:19 -- For it is commendable if a man bears up under the pain of unjust suffering because he is conscious of God.

Do you have this kind of courage? Jackie Robinson demonstrated true courage when he handled himself in an exemplerary manner when becoming the first black to play pro baseball in the major leagues.

How do we get past our dislike? Alan Smith reminds us that we can overcome the problems of dislike and proximity, uncomfortability and familiarity through love in very practical steps.

"Dear Disciple, Life sometimes is not fair. If you have any doubts about that, just remember what you celebrate when you take part in Communion. My..."