1. Let Jesus transform your suffering
- Scripture Reference: 1 Peter 4:12-13
- Leader Notes
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- Suffering is rooted in sin, and Jesus came to deal with the universal problem of sin.
- Because of the work of Jesus, God can transform our sufferings.
- Our physical sufferings can unite us to the suffering of Christ.
- Questions for Reflection
- How do I presently view suffering?
2. Suffering produces precious fruit
- Scripture Reference: James 1:2-4
- Leader Notes
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- In Christ, suffering is not purposeless, it is purposeful.
- Suffering produces perseverance, perseverance produces character, and character produces hope.
- Questions for Reflection
- How is Jesus trying to bear fruit in my life?
3. Your hope reveals the love of God
- Scripture Reference: 1 John 4:8-11
- Leader Notes
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- Hope matters, and it reveals the presence of God’s love in your heart.
- Questions for reflection
- How does hope give a window into God’s love?