Suffering

Whether it’s the loss of a loved one, an end of a relationship, sickness, or a seemingly unfulfilled promise, pain and suffering affect us all. Is God close to the brokenhearted? If so, how should we respond in these times? This plan will walk through the journeys of different people in the Bible who walked through disappointment and see how their pain drew them closer to God.

Why Do I Feel This Way?

Wellbeing is a popular word today, expressing the desire for a good life in an uncertain world. For those who seek wellbeing or struggle with a lack of wellbeing, this five-day plan, written by Sanctuary Ambassador Isabelle Hamley, explores what wellbeing and happiness look like within the world of Scripture. Additionally, it offers reflections on how we can nurture wellbeing among our communities.

From Lament to Hope: Wellbeing and Happiness in the Psalms

Traveling through the Himalayan mountains, David Platt was confronted with staggering physical and spiritual needs unlike any he had ever seen. Leaving, Platt asked fundamental questions about his life and ministry. In the Something Needs to Change Bible study, Platt takes you on a life-altering trek through the gospel of Luke asking: What does it mean to follow Jesus in a world filled with urgent physical and spiritual needs? 

Something Needs to Change by David Platt

The Epistle of James is an intensely practical book for readers of every age. James' original audience had professed faith in Christ, but many were not living lives that reflected their beliefs. To address this disparity, James dealt with real-world issues that still speak to us today. This series looks at the background, structure and content of the book of James and explores the wisdom and practical instruction in James that remain relevant for modern readers.

The Epistle Of James

Life doesn’t always go the way we expected. You pray with faith, but God doesn’t do what you asked. You seek Him but don’t feel His presence. You’re going through pain, but your cries for relief seem to go unanswered. This Life.Church Bible Plan will guide you through Scriptures to read When God Doesn’t Make Sense.

When God Doesn't Make Sense

Pain is inevitable on this side of Heaven. As much as we desire Heaven, we have a purpose here on Earth right now. This plan is about pushing through the pain we experience on Earth so that we can fulfill our purpose for God! 

Pushing Through Pain

Why does it sometimes seem like our prayers go unheard or unanswered? Can we find hope and a new perspective during difficult seasons? This Lent and Easter themed plan is based on the book God on Mute, which was written by the Founder of 24-7 Prayer Pete Greig, who has stepped into the dark side of prayer and emerged with a hard-won message of hope, comfort and profound biblical insight for all who suffer in silence.

God on Mute

Your troubles can feel so overwhelming that you might forget at times how big God truly is. But really your problem is no problem for Him! Pastor Bayless Conley teaches you to access God’s unlimited power by removing common limitations that keep Him from working in your life. Discover practical steps to break through your current struggles, and see for yourself why nothing is too difficult for God!

When You Feel Overwhelmed

We all experience great loss- a relationship, a job, a loved one, or simply life as it once was. We’re sure that life is not supposed to be this way and so we grieve and mourn for what could have been. And we’re not alone. Join us for the fourth week of a 5-part plan that will help us learn the language and heart of lament in Scripture.