MY NEXT STEP TODAY IS:

I need to receive Jesus Christ as my personal Savior for the first time
Text “Believe” to 941-909-3376. We will text you back a form, just fill it out and we would love to connect.

I need to be baptized at the beach on September 26
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I need to attend Starting Point on October 10
https://www.thebridgevenice.com/starting-point

Dig Deeper
· As Americans, do we struggle with suffering more than others? If so, why?
· When you do face trials and sufferings, do you initially turn to God or away from Him? Why or why not?
· Read John 16:33. Is it surprising to you that God knows you will suffer? Knowing that we will suffer, what does God offer to us?
· Read 2 Corinthians 4:7-18. Based on this passage, why we are not supposed to give up? Where does our strength come from (see also Romans 8:26-27)?
· Read Deuteronomy 31:8. How are you comforted in times of suffering knowing that God is always with you?
· Read Romans 8:32. Does this change your perspective of suffering knowing that Jesus, too, endured suffering during his time on Earth? Why did God allow Jesus to suffer? Does this change your perspective on why we, too, suffer?
· Read 2 Corinthians 1:4. One of the key principles Pastor Josh shared was, “Turn your pain into a purpose.” How can you rely on scripture to guide you when comforting someone who is suffering?

Reading Plan
Monday: John 16:25-33
Tuesday: 2 Corinthians 4:7-18
Wednesday: Romans 8
Thursday: Psalm 34
Friday: Revelation 21:1-4
Saturday: 1 Peter 4:12-19