Luke 22:32 –
Simon, Simon, look out. Satan has asked to sift you like wheat. 

1. Something was off.
   
   • There’s arguing - v. 23
   • There’s bragging – v. 24
   • There’s pride – v. 33
   • There’s confusion – v. 38
   • There’s lethargy – v. 45
   • There’s betrayal– v. 48
   • There’s violence – v. 50
   • There’s deceit – v. 57-60
2. What was happening?
   The Disciples were being
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   – v. 31.
   3. What is sifting?
   Sifting involves
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   out what is useful from what is not.
   4. Why does sifting happen?
   **The purpose of sifting is to
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   us.
3. Why did sifting happen just then?**
   God was developing the Disciples for
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   responsibilities.
   6. How do I know if I’m being sifted?
   If you’re facing a
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   that causes you to think about
   how much you can or can’t trust God, you’re being sifted.
   7. How should I respond to sifting?
   A. You should
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   .
   Jesus told the Disciples to pray for themselves,
   that they wouldn’t fall into temptation - vv. 41, 46
   B. You should expect that Jesus is praying for you v. 32; Rom. 8:34; Heb. 7:25; 1 Jn. 2:1.
   C. You should
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   Jesus’ example and persevere in your faith; Heb. 12:3-4.