Think it is not odd that you have fiery trails before you. But, rather rejoice in your trials. Acts 5: 41 And they departed from the presence of the council rejoicing that they were counted. worthy to suffer shame for his name. 2 Corinthians 12:10 Therefore, I take pleasure in infirmities, in reproaches, in necessities, in persecutions, in distresses for Christ’s sake for when I am weak, then I am strong.
Reproach to blame, disgrace
Necessity extreme need- a need or force that compels