Bethany Church, Broken Arrow, OK
Thanks for joining us today. We love you and are praying for you. If we can serve you or pray for you specifically, please let us know in the comments or send us an email: hello@bethanyba.church.
Job 21:7, 13 NIV
Job 21:14-15 NIV
Why do we experience suffering?
We live in a fallen world.
We have a free will.
John 16:33 NLT
Three Kinds of Suffering in Life
1. Common Suffering
2. Consequential Suffering
3. Christian Suffering
Philippians 1:29 NLT
Suffering for Being a Christian
1. Some suffering is inevitable - Expect it.
1 Peter 4:12 NIV
John 15:18-19 NIV
2 Timothy 3:12 NIV
Suffering for Being a Christian
2. All suffering is purposeful - Rejoice in it.
1 Peter 4:13-14 NIV
Romans 5:3-4 NLT
James 1:2-4 MSG
Am I suffering as a result of some sin in my life?
1 Peter 4:15 NIV
How can I glorify God in my suffering?
1 Peter 4:16 NIV
Acts 5:41 NIV
How can I have an eternal perspective on my suffering?
1 Peter 4:17-18 NIV
Hebrews 12:7, 10-11 NIV
Suffering for Being a Christian
3. Patient suffering is commendable - Trust God.
1 Peter 4:19 NIV
2 Timothy 1:12 NIV
Romans 8:18 MSG
Our Mission:
Impacting people to experience a life-changing relationship with Jesus Christ.