The Vineyard Church
Pastor Mark Pope
October 30/31, 2021
Question:
How do I respond to hardship?
Does pain derail my life?
2 Timothy 3:12 NIV
Colossians 1:24 NIV
John 16:33 NIV
2 Corinthians 4:8-10, 16-18 NIV
Main Point #1
Successful suffering requires...
An unusually positive perspective.
Subpoint:
Paul has an uncommon ability to see the bright side.
Philippians 1:12-13, 21 NIV
Acts 7:54-55 NIV
Question:
What perspective do I bring when trials come?
Positive Spiritual Perspective
•Takes time
•May require a decision
•Is affected by input
1 Corinthians 15:33 NIV
Main Point #2
Successful suffering requires...
A significantly inward focus.
Isaiah 40:6-7 NIV
Subpoint:
Although our bodies are destined to fall apart, our spirits are designed to rise above.
Definition:
Inwardly-ἔσω(es'-o)within, inside, inner man, soul, conscience
Question:
How am I doing at nurturing my inner life?