Why "Bad Things" Happen to God's People - 3/20/24

• To test the validity of our faith. – 1 Peter 1:6-7

• Teaches us not to depend on our strength, but on God and His strength. – 2 Corinthians 1:8-9

• Reminds us of our heavenly hope. – Romans 5:3-5

• Reveals to us our heart and what we love. – Romans 5:3-5

• Teach us the importance of obedience (discipline). – Psalm 119:67;71

• Shows us the Lord’s compassion for His children – Psalm 103:13

• Prepares us for better usefulness. (We grow through trials) – James 1:2-4

• Better equips us to comfort others. – 2 Corinthians 1:4
  

What Now

• I must change the way I think about trials/circumstances. (Luke 13:1-9 – Sermon)

• My response reveals my heart and what my true view of who God is.

• My goals is to strive toward a more biblical mindset. All circumstances in my life give me an opportunity to bring glory to God and grow in my walk and faith. (applying above points)
  

Flow of study from John MacArthur, Luke 11–17, MacArthur New Testament Commentary, pg. 181-183