Present Suffering

1. The world is broken
2. We won't be completely set free in this life.
3. We are not immune to pain

What is God's Purpose?

1. He helps us become like Jesus
2. He makes us His family
3. He shows us His love

What does God working mean?

1. In the desirable times
2. In the undesirable times
3. In the ordinary times
4. In ALL things

We will not know God's wisdom completely or see God's justice perfectly in this life.

If things aren't going well, does it mean we're in the wrong place or doing the wrong thing?

(Romans 8:35-37)

1. Hold on to the truth of God's love no matter the circumstances
2. Be aware of God's presence and the Spirit's leading

How Do We Walk Through Pain?

If we turn to God, it can make us. It can be a time of joy. (Nehemiah 8:10)

1. Joy is better
2. Joy endures
3. Joy triumphs
4. Joy speaks

How Do We Walk Through Pain?

If we turn from God, it can break us.
It can be a time of despair

1. Idols only give temporary relief
2. We lose sight of who God is

Doubt and struggle is okay

1. Bring you doubts and fears to God. (Psalm 34:18)
2. Ask God for help in the struggle. (Romans 8:26-27)
3. Ask the Church for help and care. (James 5:13-14)

He made the ugly beautiful.
He took death and brought life.
He took doubt and gave faith.

Seek the Lord in trials and find his goodness.
Give God your doubts and fears and hold on to his goodness.
Be surrounded by God's people and see His goodness.