12.02.2010

thoughts on suffering/trials/sin

SUFFERING

God uses suffering to:

- reveal our character

- to humble us

- to draw us to Himself

TRIALS

God uses trials to:

- show us the strength of our faith

- humble us

- wean us from earthly things

- call us to a heavenly hope

- reveal what we really love

- teach us to value God and His blessings (grace)

- enable us to help others in trials

- develop greater strength for usefulness

SIN

Dealing with our sin:

- recognize it

- ask God for help daily

- memorize scriptures that address your sin

- avoid flirting with temptation

- have a plan of attack

- find accountability and encouragement from someone

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