SERIES OUTLINE

Trusting God’s care during physical and emotional trials.
James 5:13-16; 2 Corinthians 12:7-10; Psalm 41:3; 1 Peter 5:10

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In this message, were reminded that sin is the one struggle common to all humanity—none of us is righteous on our own (Romans 3:10-18, 3:23). Yet in the midst of our brokenness, God loved us. We are not loved because we are holy, but we are made holy because we are loved (Romans 5:6-8). Even sorrow, when it’s godly, is a gift—it leads us to repentance and new life. Once dead in sin, we are now alive in Christ.

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RESOURCES:

• Kinda Vangelical Podcast Episode 9, “Forigive Me”

• Gentle and Lowly Book by Dane Ortlund, Deeper by Dane Ortlund

Suffering and sickness are a part of life, but they are never wasted in the hands of God. We looked to Job and Ecclesiastes to remind us that our lives are like a vapor—brief, yet deeply meaningful when anchored in God's purpose. In our pain, we’re invited to refresh our reason for loving God, embrace the moment with gratitude, and release control of the outcome—knowing that whether through healing or heaven, God is glorified and we ultimately win.

RESOURCES:

• Timothy Keller Sermons Podcast “God With Us: In Our Suffering”

• Strengthening The Soul of Your Leadership Podcast S22 E4 “Hope In The Midst of Collective Suffering”

• The Problem of Pain by CS Lewis

• Walking with God Through Pain and Suffering by Timothy Keller

RESOURCES:

• Fighting for Heart Podcast Rob Murray S3:E4 “I feel angry, excited and guilty.”

• Winning the War in Your Mind by Craig Groeschel

Living in hope and trust after grief.
Revelation 21:4; 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18; Psalm 23:4

RESOURCES:

• A Grief Observed by CS Lewis, On Death by Timothy Keller

• On Death by Timothy Keller