Scripture – Psalm 69 Sermon Summary: Psalm 69 is a picture of the Righteous Sufferer – foreshadowed by David, fulfilled by Christ, and formed in His people. In it we see: The Righteous Sufferer’s Pressing …
Psalm 39 : Responding to the Discipline of God
Scripture – Psalm 39 Sin is bad. Discipline is painful. Happiness is sweet. Life is short. So pray with honesty, humility, & hope.
The Suffering Church in Smyrna
Scripture – Revelation 2:8-11 Sermon Summary: In Christ, believers will persevere through every tribulation, even unto death, and be graciously awarded the crown of life.
Psalm 40 : Proper Responses to Suffering
Scripture – Psalm 40
Psalm 44: Bewildered By Suffering
Scripture – Psalm 44 The key to worshiping when suffering doesn’t make sense is to keep crying out to God for help.
Psalm 38: Under the Discipline of the Lord
Scripture – Psalm 38
Remember the Purpose of Painful Discipline
Scripture – Hebrews 12:5-11 Sermon Summary: When we remember its meaning, model, and motives we will joyfully receive God’s painful discipline.
Christ-Centered Endurance
Scripture – Hebrews 12:1-4 Looking to Jesus means at least three things: Looking to Jesus as our Pioneer Trusting Jesus as our Perfecter Treasuring Jesus as our Prize