Tag: suffering

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How God Uses Suffering to Shape Us

Suffering comes to us all. It can make us bitter or better; God’s desire is to use it to shape us for eternity and to form Christlike character in us.

Devotional Spirituality: Part 8—Seasons of Dryness & Darkness

The spiritual life involves alternating patterns of sorrow and joy, delight and emptiness, warm experience and feelings of abandonment. During these times, showing up before God on a daily basis is critical, Ken Boa explains in this eighth part of his “Devotional Spirituality” series.

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Biblical Hope in Times of Loss

Below are some Scriptures, plus links to other resources, that provide perspective and encouragement at times of loss. These verses are good texts for reading at funerals or at other times in the face of loss of various kinds. [divider style=”solid” color=”#cccccc” opacity=”1″ placement=”equal”] Watch a video of

1 Peter Study, Part 24 (at Christ Church): Qualities of Leadership II

Dr. Boa discusses the importance of maintaining a proper balance in the spiritual leadership of local assemblies.  He addresses potential dangers to avoid and three components of leadership that apply to all of us as we lead in our particular spheres of influence.