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King David went through some really tough times, times of great sorrow and distress. Times when he felt attacked from every side and that things were never going to improve. In fact at times he despaired for his life. Now you may have felt like the whole world has been closing in on you at times, most…

Introduction 1 Samuel 24:1-22 1 After Saul returned from pursuing the Philistines, he was told, “David is in the Desert of En Gedi.” 2 So Saul took three thousand able young men from all Israel and set out to look for David and his men near the Crags of the Wild Goats. 3 He came to the sheep pens along…

It is a pretty common theme in movies - the hero gives up their own life to save another. Harry Stamper - the main protagonist in the outlandish movie Armageddon played by Bruce Willis, is an oil rigger who dies in a suicide mission in space protecting the earth from an approaching asteroid. In Terminator…

Church good morning! It’s good to be here with you again today and to worship together. It’s been a good morning so far. IF you have your Bible’s please go ahead and open them up to 1 Peter 2:18-25 . That’ll be our text this morning and church this is an incredibly rich, good, helpful, and really hard…

Jesus tells his disciples he must suffer, be rejected by the cultural, political and religious leaders, and that he must die. Jesus spoke plainly so that his words could not be mistaken. But, Peter pulled him aside and rebuked Jesus, speaking for all disciples present. To take hold of him; To bring him…

This Scripture divides the Galilean ministry from the passion. Preparing the disciples for his death. “It is necessary,” not just merely future revelation , but important instruction for his followers. We are in a continuous battle. Jesus means his followers to share in Peter’s confession: to share too…

Introduction: Suffering is a normal part of life as a Christian in this world. Jesus modeled the suffering that would come by obeying God. Many people will rise up against those who seek to follow God, and some will even think that they are doing God’s will when they persecute others. Think about some…

The Weight of the Word Who has believed what we have heard? And who has the arm of the Lord been revealed to? The truth is that a relatively small number percentage wise would believe in Jesus, the Suffering Savior. Jesus Himself said “Enter through the narrow gate. For the gate is wide and the road…

Jesus suffered untold humiliation on our account. We as sinful mortals cannot even begin to understand the emotional, spiritual and physical pain Jesus endured on our behalf. Yet, it is the suffering Savior that provides our redemption. In today's message we have a glimpse into the depth of suffering endured by Christ on our behalf.

How do you react when life doesn't go the way you planned? What are you willing to do to reach others with the Gospel? Today we look at Acts chapter 16 and see the choices and reactions of the servants of God.

Wisdom of Job We have spent the last several months going through the book of Job. I am happy to have done it, but it was the most challenging text that I have had the privilege of teaching through. For me, there were many things left on the table that I just did not have time to cover. And I am convinced…

Giving In Jesus is through teaching. In short, his ministry on earth in human form has come to an end. Today, we are going to cover quite a few verses. We will look at the imagery a bit more than usual too. The topic we are going to look at is contained in our first few verses. Then, accompanied by the…

God’s people suffer because Jesus suffered, yet the good news is is that Jesus has been exalted and we reign and are exalted with Him.

God is the only faithful Person in the universe. He is The promise maker. He is The promise keeper. If he makes a promise, we can take it to the bank. And the greatest promise he has ever made to us, sinful humans is eternal salvation. Come with the Grace United crew as we marvel, awestruck at the majesty and glory of our Great Promise maker and Promise Keeper, who has given us the promise of eternal life in Christ.

A Suffering Servant was the only savior to usher in God's true kingdom.

Walking in triumph while suffering for doing what is right.

Divinity in the Suffering Introduction: In all relationships, whether platonic, as in with your friends, romantic, or even with your family, there are expectations. A lot of people talk about realistic expectations vs. unrealistic expectations, in the sense of should you actually expect that from this…

Don’t trust in ourselves

Recap 1 Peter 3 Overview Order in relationships / Inner beauty of Character over external display / Unit and Compassion of believer Responding to evil / Enduring suffering / Christ victory over suffering and death Background Chapter 4 of 5 Live for God Suffering Due to Faith 1 Peter 4 Let's delve into…

굴곡진 인생에 은혜가 더 깊게 남는다 창세기 50장 15-21절 롤러코스터 타는 것 좋아하세요? 저는 기다리는게 싫어서 그렇지 엄청 좋아합니다. 한창 때는 하루 종일 이것만 탔으면 좋겠다는 생각이 들기도 했습니다. 천천히 올라가다가 밑으로 쌔앵 떨어질 때 얼마나 짜릿한지 몰라요. 또 막 소리지르면서 코스를 돌다보면 스트레스 푸는데 아주 좋습니다. 그런데 우리 인생을 흔히 롤러코스터에 비유 하잖아요? 올라갈 때가 있으면 내려갈 때가 있고, 내려가면 또 올라갈 때가 있어서 그래서 사람들이 롤러코스터 인생이라고 말하는데, 저는 개인적으로…

Suffer Well Introduction: Greeting vs. 1-2 Chosen Do you know you are chosen? Romans 8:29 “29 For those whom he foreknew he also predestined to be conformed to the image of his Son, in order that he might be the firstborn among many brothers.” Did you know God pursues you? God sends you out. God cleanses…

Galatians 6: 11-18 11 See with what large letters I am writing to you with my own hand. 12 It is those who want to make a good showing in the flesh who would force you to be circumcised, and only in order that they may not be persecuted for the cross of Christ. 13 For even those who are circumcised do…

Peters first epistle believed to be written between 62 and 65 AD. It was written to the Churches in Asia Minor. The purpose of the letter was to encourage the churches to bear the weight of persecution. During the time of it’s writing, Nero was the emperor. Particularly cruel, Nero, who had his mother,…

Sermon Text: Isaiah 53:10-12 Audience: General Sunday morning worship service and a Catechism audience. Prayer : Lord Jesus, you suffered and died for me. Show me the way the cross will guide me. Help me be the Suffering Servant for people to whom you lead me... today and every day. Let the words of…