Jesus suffered for us, not out of obligation, but because He loved us. In this way, as our example in life, death, and honoring God’s grace, He teaches us not to shrink from suffering either. Scripture tells us that Jesus wept on three occasions, and If we love much then we will serve, and suffer, in this same way. Although the pain can be immense, our offering, and willing submission to it makes it fragrant, and brings honor to it. Suffering in love is something to be admired, and even desired on occasion. Do we loved this much? Have we given ourselves in such unbridled love and affection for one another?