The “birth” of suffering
Genesis 3:8-4:10

THREE TYPES OF SUFFERING

1. Suffering for faithful profession of the gospel

Philippians 3:10
Colossians 1:24
1 Peter 3:13-18
1 Peter 4:1-2
1 Peter 4:12-19
Hebrews 10:32-36

2. Suffering from the active presence of sin

Ignoring the warnings
1 Peter 2:11
1 Peter 4:15

Growing in godliness
Hebrews 12:4-11

3. Suffering experienced by anyone

Job 29:1-3
Job 31:35-37
Job 38:1-4
Job 40:1-2
John 9:1-5

How do I endure while I suffer?
Luke 22:40-42
2 Corinthians 12:8-10

What should the church do in times of suffering?
1. Demonstrate true and tangible compassion for all who suffer.
2. Heed biblical warnings about the dangers of sin.
3. Desire to grow as a vessel of light.
4. Proclaim the hope of the gospel.
5. Even in suffering, confess the glory and truth of our God who never changes.