Suffering is an inescapable part of the human experience, even for followers of Christ. But what if our trials and pain could actually bring us closer to the Saviour who experienced the depths of suffering himself? ‘
Drawing insights from the persecuted life of the Apostle Paul and the agonising passion of Christ, we discover that our suffering allows us to walk in the very footsteps of God. Rather than questioning God's goodness in pain, we can embrace these trials as tools in His loving hands to chisel away everything unlike His Son. This sermon provides biblical assurance that we never suffer alone - Jesus can empathise because He has endured rejection, betrayal, physical torture, and spiritual anguish on our behalf.
Whether you are in the midst of a dark valley of suffering currently or will inevitably face one, this message offers hope. It redirects our focus from the temporary pain to the eternal purpose - the refining of our faith and character to reflect Christ's glory. We can take comfort that our Good Shepherd is with us every step, using our suffering to draw us into sweeter fellowship with Himself.
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Acts 21:27-40
Hebrews 12:7-11
Romans 5:3-5
James 1:2-4
2 Corinthians 1:3-7
2 Corinthians 4:8-10
Romans 8:16-17
Colossians 1:24
1 Peter 4:13
John 10:10
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