Bible Verses About Jesus Suffering November 8, 2025

Evangelist Pastor Barbara

Today we will talk about bible verses about Jesus’ suffering. Many Christians do not fully grasp the depths of His suffering and its significance for us. The journey of Jesus through pain and hardship illustrates His immense love for humanity. He endured great agony not just physically, but also emotionally and spiritually, all in the name of love. Each verse reflects a part of His journey, and as we read through these scriptures, let’s allow the words to resonate within us, drawing us closer to understanding the magnitude of His sacrifice. Together, we will meditate on these verses that remind us how Jesus’s suffering is connected to our own lives and to the hope we have in Him.

The Prophecy of Suffering:  In the journey of faith, we often think about Jesus and the love He showed us, but it’s crucial for us to understand that His suffering wasn’t just an afterthought. It was prophesied long before He walked the earth. These scriptures serve as reminders of the significance of Jesus’s suffering and how it was intricately woven into God’s plan for humanity. By studying these verses, we can grasp the weight of what He endured, realizing that His pain was necessary for our redemption.

Isaiah 53:5 “But he was pierced for our transgressions, he was crushed for our iniquities; the punishment that brought us peace was on him, and by his wounds, we are healed.” –

Psalm 22:1 “My God, my God, why have you forsaken me? Why are you so far from saving me, so far from my cries of anguish?”

Zechariah 12:10 “And I will pour out on the house of David and the inhabitants of Jerusalem a spirit of grace and supplication. They will look on me, the one they have pierced, and they will mourn for him as one mourns for an only child.”

Isaiah 53:3 “He was despised and rejected by mankind, a man of suffering, and familiar with pain. Like one from whom people hide their faces he was despised, and we held him in low esteem.” –

Micah 5:1 “Marshal your troops now, city of troops, for a siege is laid against us. They will strike Israel’s ruler on the cheek with a rod.” –

Physical Pain of Suffering: When we picture Jesus’s suffering, it is also essential for us to contemplate the physical agony He went through. His experiences were not merely spiritual but were also felt in a profound bodily manner. Understanding this helps us appreciate the stories of those who bear physical pain in their lives. It solidifies that Jesus can relate to our struggles. His sacrifice showcases how He bore our pain out of love, solidifying an emotional connection that calls us to trust Him even amid our suffering.

John 19:1 “Then Pilate took Jesus and had him flogged.” –

Matthew 27:26 “Then he released Barabbas to them. But he had Jesus flogged, and handed him over to be crucified.” –

Mark 15:15 “Wanting to satisfy the crowd, Pilate released Barabbas to them. He had Jesus flogged, and then handed him over to be crucified.” –

Luke 22:63 “The men who were guarding Jesus began mocking and beating him.” –

Isaiah 53:4 “Surely he took up our pain and bore our suffering, yet we considered him punished by God, stricken by him, and afflicted.” –

Emotional Suffering:  Jesus’s journey also involved deep emotional turmoil. He faced rejection from those He loved, betrayal from His closest friends, and overwhelming grief. This part of His suffering is often overlooked but is equally significant. It shows us that He understands the complexities of our emotions and the agonies we sometimes bear in silence. By exploring Jesus’s emotional suffering, we can openly share our struggles with Him, knowing He fully empathizes with our feelings and heartaches.

Matthew 26:38 “Then he said to them, ‘My soul is overwhelmed with sorrow to the point of death. Stay here and keep watch with me.’” –

Luke 22:44 “And being in anguish, he prayed more earnestly, and his sweat was like drops of blood falling to the ground.” –

Matthew 27:46 “About three in the afternoon Jesus cried out in a loud voice, ‘Eli, Eli, lema sabachthani?’ (which means ‘My God, my God, why have you forsaken me?’).” –

John 11:35 “Jesus wept.” –

Luke 19:41 “As he approached Jerusalem and saw the city, he wept over it.” –

The Spiritual Suffering: In addition to physical and emotional anguish, Jesus’s suffering included spiritual agony, especially during His moments on the cross. This facet of His suffering is profound as it highlights the weight of our sins that He carried. Understanding spiritual suffering deepens our appreciation of His sacrifice, reminding us that He faced separation from God so that we would never have to experience that ultimate loneliness. It’s a beautiful and sobering truth that lays a foundation for our faith and hope.

2 Corinthians 5:21 “God made him who had no sin to be sin for us, so that in him we might become the righteousness of God.” –

Matthew 27:45 “From noon until three in the afternoon darkness came over all the land.” –

Isaiah 53:10 “Yet it was the Lord’s will to crush him and cause him to suffer, and though the Lord makes his life an offering for sin, he will see his offspring and prolong his days, and the will of the Lord will prosper in his hand.” –

Matthew 26:39 “Going a little farther, he fell with his face to the ground and prayed, ‘My Father, if it is possible, may this cup be taken from me. Yet not as I will, but as you will.’” –

Luke 22:42 “‘Father, if you are willing, take this cup from me; yet not my will, but yours be done.’” –

The Purpose of Suffering: Jesus’s suffering wasn’t just for show; it had a purpose. Through His agony, we see the tremendous love He has for humanity. His suffering allowed the opportunity for our reconciliation with God, showcasing that love frequently shines brightest through hardship. The Bible reminds us of the importance of recognizing the purpose behind suffering—not just His, but our own. It’s through understanding this purpose that we can find strength within our trials, knowing that they too can lead to growth and deeper faith.

Romans 5:3-4 “Not only so, but we also glory in our sufferings, because we know that suffering produces perseverance; perseverance, character; and character, hope.” –

James 1:2-4 “Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance.” –

2 Timothy 2:12 “If we endure, we will also reign with him; if we disown him, he will also disown us.” –

1 Peter 2:21 “To this, you were called, because Christ suffered for you, leaving you an example that you should follow in his steps.” –

Hebrews 5:8 “Son though he was, he learned obedience from what he suffered.” –

His Compassion Through Suffering: Even as He suffered, Jesus demonstrated profound compassion towards others. We can see throughout His life how He often chose to help those in need, even while enduring His own trials. This beautiful display of compassion serves as a lesson for us: even amid our suffering, we can reach out to others and show kindness. Realizing that He understands our pain allows us to act in love towards others going through hard times, reflecting His heart in the world today.

Matthew 9:36 “When he saw the crowds, he had compassion on them because they were harassed and helpless, like sheep without a shepherd.” –

Mark 6:34 “When Jesus landed and saw a large crowd, he had compassion on them because they were like sheep without a shepherd. So he began teaching them many things.” –

John 11:34 “‘Where have you laid him?’ he asked. ‘Come and see, Lord,’ they replied. Jesus wept.” –

Matthew 14:14 “When Jesus landed and saw a large crowd, he had compassion on them and healed their sick.” –

Luke 7:13 “When the Lord saw her, his heart went out to her and he said, ‘Don’t cry.’” –

Responding to Suffering: Understanding Jesus’s suffering also helps us learn how to respond to our struggles. His example teaches us to turn to prayer, seek God’s will, and trust His plan, even when the pain is unbearable. By reflecting on how Jesus responded to His plight, we find guidance on navigating through our challenges. It shows us that acknowledging our pain while staying rooted in faith is possible, encouraging us to lean into God and seek His comfort during our trials.

1 Peter 5:7 “Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you.” –

Philippians 4:6-7 “Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.” –

Matthew 26:41 “Watch and pray so that you will not fall into temptation. The spirit is willing, but the flesh is weak.” –

Romans 8:28 “And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.” –

Isaiah 41:10 “So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.” –

Suffering Leads to Resurrection: Finally, we should remember that Jesus’s suffering led to a glorious resurrection. The pain he endured was not in vain, as His resurrection signifies hope and renewal for us all. By studying how Jesus triumphed over suffering, we are reminded that our challenges can lead to growth, transformation, and new life. This perspective on suffering transforms how we view our hardships; instead of merely enduring pain, we can anticipate the joy that may follow—a promise of renewal through Christ.

1 Peter 1:3 “Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ! In his great mercy, he has given us new birth into a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead.” –

Romans 6:5 “For if we have been united with him in a death like his, we will certainly also be united with him in a resurrection like his.” –

Philippians 3:10-11 “I want to know Christ—yes, to know the power of his resurrection and participation in his sufferings, becoming like him in his death, and so, somehow, attaining to the resurrection from the dead.” –

John 11:25 “Jesus said to her, ‘I am the resurrection and the life. The one who believes in me will live, even though they die;’” –

Revelation 21:4 “’He will wipe every tear from their eyes. There will be no more death or mourning or crying or pain, for the old order of things has passed away.’” –

Final Thoughts:

In exploring these Bible verses about Jesus’ suffering, we have seen a beautiful tapestry of love, pain, and redemption. These scriptures invite us to reflect on the various aspects of suffering that Jesus endured, from physical pain to emotional and spiritual anguish. As we connect these experiences to our own lives, we can draw comfort and strength in knowing He understands our trials and hardships.

Whether we face our personal struggles or witness others going through their challenges, we’re called to embody the compassion Jesus demonstrated during His suffering. Let us remind ourselves that our sufferings, much like His, can lead to greater purposes, growth, and even resurrection of hope in our lives.

May we lean into God as we navigate through our pains, finding the strength to uplift others while holding onto the beauty of the hope found through Jesus Christ’s victory over suffering. As we go forth, let us carry these truths in our hearts, spreading love and encouragement to one another.