Christ hath suffered for us in the flesh; referring to what has been said before. 1 Peter 3:18

With the same mind; the same readiness to suffer in the flesh that Christ manifested.

Hath suffered in the flesh; after the example of Christ and from love towards him; for it is suffering for Christ's sake that the apostle has in view. Compare 1 Peter 1:6-7 ; 1 Peter 2:19-21 ; 1 Peter 3:14-17

Hath ceased from sin; hath died to sin spiritually in union with Christ, as the effect of his suffering. Compare the words of Paul, "our old man is crucified with him, that the body of sin might be destroyed, that henceforth we should not serve sin." Romans 6:6

The possession of the spirit of Christ is the best preparation for trials, which work out for his people an exceeding and eternal weight of glory. 2 Corinthians 4:17

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Old Testament