Understanding How it All Works Together
As a follower of Jesus Christ, I believe it is helpful to understand pain and suffering not as random disconnected events that we must endure in our pursuit of happiness. Pain and suffering are spiritual and physical tests to reveal and develop our faith and love of God.
Cold Friends
Remember Satan accused Job of serving God only for what he could get or for earthly benefits. Job confesses that God is the one who ‘gives and takes away’ (1:21).
Understanding How it All Works Together
As a follower of Jesus Christ, I believe it is helpful to understand pain and suffering not as random disconnected events that we must endure in our pursuit of happiness.
Learning to Lament
John 16:33 “In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.”
Sweet Surrender
Perhaps a common misconception about Christianity is that walking with God in
righteousness will greatly reduce trials and trouble. A misnomer is if you suffer it’s because of sin in your life.
Learning to Wait
The communique is going to follow a new line of thought. It will be a follow-up on Sunday’s message with application and more information.
WAIT!
What is your preference; waiting or instant gratification? Instant or a least fast is preferred by far. We have: ‘Insta-Lube’ for fast oil changes, microwave ovens, instant potatoes and coffee, fast food restaurants, minute rice, insta gram and the list goes on.
Armor
Put on the full armor of God, so that you can take your stand against the devil’s schemes. For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms. Ephesians 6:11-12
Any Similarities?
The book of Daniel begins with the announcement that “King Nebuchadnezzar came to Jerusalem to besiege it.” What a way to begin – war, death, and destruction. But why? Jerusalem was the place God’s chosen people met and worshiped Him.
Not Snuff Out
Do you ever feel discouraged and not worthy of God’s love, attention and healing? Do you think at times you’ve sinned to often or your sin is too grevious and God really doesn’t want you?