Here's a crazy thought: Suffering is actually essential for spiritual growth and maturity - not exactly what everyone's preaching these days. Join Chip as he explains how the experience of suffering can bring us closer to Christ.Review: Hope: The mental and emotional attitude that life is good, the future is promising, and progress is certain… even in the midst of difficult circumstances and challenging relationships.Question: How do we experience this true HOPE in everyday life?Answer: Philippians 3:10-11Paul’s hope and consuming passion:“I want to KNOW Christ (yada - Hebrew)and the POWER of His resurrection, (dunamis - Greek)and the FELLOWSHIP of His suffering, (koinonia - Greek)BECOMING like Him in His death. (morphe - Greek)and so, somehow, attaining to the resurrection from the dead.”How do we experience this intimate relationship with Jesus?His POWER in our weakness. - Romans 8:11 & 2 Corinthians 12:9-10His PRESENCE in our pain. - 2 Corinthians 4:7-12 & Romans 5:1-5His LIFE in our death. - Romans 6:4-7 & Galatians 2:20Broadcast ResourceDownload Free MP3Message NotesAdditional Resource Mentions"I Choose Joy" Book"I Choose Joy" Home Church StudyMid Year MatchMid Year MatchConnect888-333-6003WebsiteChip Ingram AppInstagramFacebookTwitterPartner With UsDonate Online888-333-6003
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Discovering the Bible's answers is the focus of Living on the Edge, the broadcast ministry of Chip Ingram. Each week, Chip will take you to God's Word for biblical guidance on topics like being a follower of Jesus, strengthening your marriage, understanding love and sex, raising moral children, and overcoming painful emotions. Chip also shares honestly from his own experiences. Visit us online at https://LivingontheEdge.org.
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