Suffering for the gospel
In the third part of our “Suffering” series, Julian leads us through what it means to suffer for the gospel.
Why do we suffer as Christians?
• We suffer because Jesus suffered and as his disciples we are called to suffering.
In what ways do we suffer?
• Through rejection, persecution, acts of service, moving to another area/country for the Gospel etc.
How do we respond?
• We respond with joy, thanksgiving and gratitude.
• 1 Peter 4 vs 12 & James 1 vs 2
What is the Outcome?
• Testing of our faith, perseverance, maturity and not lacking anything.
“Our response to suffering provides irrefutable, undeniable testimony to the truth of the Gospel and the reality of God. As we bear affliction joyfully, without bitterness & with love, this testifies to the world of a God of love who cares. For only God could produce this kind of spiritual reality and without suffering it could never be seen.” --- Donald Williams
Cornerstone City Church - Medway Valley Community https://www.cornerstonecity.co.uk/medway-valley
Email: wouldham@cornerstonecity.co.uk
Podcasts: https://anchor.fm/cccmedwayvalley
