If God is love, then why do we suffer? Is God trying to punish us? Is he trying to crush our spirit? How do the love of God and suffering fit together? Join us as we take a frank look at Hebrews 12 and see that sometimes (not all the time) God uses suffering as a tool to cause growth in our life, because he sees us as his sons and daughters! Sermon originally preached on November 30, 2014.
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“Let’s Make a Deal!” – Hebrews 11:29-40 – SERIES: Jesus is Better
What drives you to make decisions? What is right in front of you? Something in the future? What do you do when you face the impossible? What will God do if we trust him in the face of the impossible? Join us as we look at some wonderful examples of people who were faithful, even though they were facing impossible situations, and see how God worked in their life and their future. Sermon originally preached on November 9, 2014.
“God’s Complaint Department” – Habakkuk – SERIES: SMALL BUT MIGHTY
“Are we there yet?” Have your children ever hounded you with those words when you were traveling for a long period of time. It is just a tad annoying. What do you say to your kids when they ask you that dreaded question? I always say, “We’ll get there when we get there!” This is an accurate summary of the book of Habakkuk. The prophet looks out at the world and sees evil and suffering, and he asks God where the justice, righteousness, and peace he promised is. Basically, “Are we there yet?” Join us as we see what God has to say in response to Habakkuk’s tough questions. Sermon originally preached on April 15, 2012.