This four-session course investigates how we can remain faithful in suffering by God’s grace.
The Bible emphasizes how to remain faithful in the midst of suffering more than it emphasizes why suffering exists. Scripture gives us a small glimpse into why God allows suffering, but more importantly it gives great resources for persevering in the midst of suffering. The long and winding road takes us through regions of pain, doubts, questions, and suffering. Can your faith stand the strain of ...
Learn to deal honestly and openly with strong emotions in your small group.
Brooke B. Collison
At one time or another, small-group members will likely hear this statement: "I can't talk about that; I might cry."
If a group is functioning well and has reached a reasonable level of maturity, the tears of a member will be as acceptable in the group as the laughter or smiles of a shared joy. Unfortunately, reaching the point where tears are acceptable is difficult for most groups. In part, this ...
Learn about themes of suffering, wisdom, and trust in this 9-session course on the Book of Job.
Job is not only the direct word of God but also a great literary masterpiece. Poet Alfred Tennyson called Job, "the greatest poem of ancient or modern times." British author Thomas Carlyle viewed it as, "… one of the grandest things ever written with a pen … such free flowing outlines, grand in its sincerity, in its implicity, in its epic melody, and response of reconcilement."
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