Be Patient and Stand Firm – James 5:7-8
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As believers, we may suffer because of circumstances or because of our faith. But, when we do, wait patiently and stand firm in the Lord.
God Works Even Through Our Suffering – Genesis 45:7
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Suffering is not pleasant. But the story of Joseph demonstrates that God can work, even through our suffering, to accomplish his purpose,
Hebrews: Obedience Learned Through Suffering (5:1-10)
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Jesus, the Son of God, learned obedience through his suffering on the cross. He knows what it is to obey the Father, even in suffering.
Our Light and Momentary Troubles – 2 Corinthians 4:16-18
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We may face many challenges in serving Christ. But our light and momentary troubles are producing an eternal glory for us. So be faithful.
The Problem of Evil: Why Does God Allow Evil to Exist?
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The problem of evil is concerned with all the bad things happen in the world? Why doesn't God prevent all this bad stuff from happening?
Why Do Good People Suffer? – Genesis 50:19-20
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Why do good people suffer? This is a question that many ask. And this response from Joseph to his brothers provides one possible answer.
The Book of Job: A Lesson About Suffering
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The book of Job is about suffering. Why do we suffer? God's answer to Job is that it is often beyond our understanding.
Hebrews: Made Perfect Through Suffering (2:10-13)
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Jesus, the author of our salvation, was made perfect, as a savior, through his suffering on the cross. The perfect lamb sacrificed for us.
Jesus’ Dark Night of the Soul
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The dark night of the soul. A time of anguish. How do you face it? Jesus faced it by turning to God and finding the strength to continue.
A Partial Answer to the Problem of Evil
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Why is there evil? Could it be that an answer to the problem of evil is at least in part to make us long for something better?
1 Peter: Suffering as a Christian (4:12-19)
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We should expect to suffer as Christians. Don't be surprised by it. If they persecuted our Lord, they will also persecute his follows. Rejoice in it.
1 Peter: Imprisoned Spirits and Baptism (3:19-22)
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One of the most challenging passages in 1 Peter deals with these imprisoned spirits who are facing judgement. Yet that can give us hope in our suffering.
