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Is God Against Us?

Romans 8:31-39

Pastor Joel Sutton, Series: How Does God Feel About Us?

August 28, 2011

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The Myth: God is against us.

The Truth: God is foundationally for us!  Romans 8:31-39

 

6 Reasons why Hard Things Happen in our Lives

 

1) We suffer the consequences of living in a sinful world.   Luke 13:1-5

 

2) We suffer the consequences of our own sin and foolishness.  Galatians 6:7-8

 

3) God is testing our faith - to prove it, purify it and grow it.  James 1:2-4

 

4) God is making us more useful in ministry to others.  2 Corinthians 1:3

 

5) God is doing something we know nothing about.  Job 1:6-12

 

6) God is building in us a huge longing for heaven.  Philippians 1:21-24

 

 

Take Home Idea: Even though tough things happen . . . God is for us!

 
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A Thought From God's Word:
Be completely humble and gentle; be patient, bearing with one another in love. Make every effort to keep the unity of the Spirit through the bond of peace. [Ephesians 4:2-3]