The Lord's Gym

The recording started late in this session. Discussion of Hebrews 12:2b-4 is missing. We addressed what it means that Jesus "endured the cross, despising its shame." Our conclusion was that Jesus in no way glorified the cross and its suffering. He would have avoided it if that were possible. Likewise, though suffering may be necessary for Christians at times as we practice the faith, suffering as such is not to be sought out or glorified. Verses 3 and 4 make it clear that Jesus is to be our example for enduring our struggle faithfully. So, verses 5 through 13 apply the insight that our sufferings are "discipline" (training) by The Father.