Philippians 3:10

10 I want to know Christ and the power of his resurrection and the sharing of his sufferings by becoming like him in his death

This starts off simply enough.

I want to know Christ…

True statement. Yes, I do! That’s what I long for. The next bit is exciting too.

and the power of his resurrection…

Yes! I’m all about resurrection. Death, where is your sting?! Take that baby!! But then what is this next bit?

and the sharing of his sufferings…

Is that right? Are you sure that’s not a mi…