Luke 4:16-21; 2 Timothy 1:7

Review:

The Power of Godly suffering (2 Corinthians 1:3-11)

The deep, dark, desperate place! (2 Corinthians 1:8,9)

The purpose, value of redemptive suffering (2 Corinthians 1:5-7)

(Often can’t see how He will use our pain as a platform to minister to others)

The power to break depression, suffering’s grip!

2 Corinthians 1:8 – come into the LIGHT!

2 Corinthians 1:9 – Resign from control

2 Corinthians 1:10 – TRUST HIM in the dark place!

The Holy Spirit’s Power (See Romans 8:11) – Seek Him!

2 Corinthians 1:11 – Enlist the right prayer core!

2 Corinthians 1:20 – Will He bring you through? The Answer is YES!

Where am I trusting in myself instead of You, Lord?

Indicators: Anxiety level; worry over outcome; consumed or at rest; gripping or released; controlling or assisting; concerned or peaceful.

See also Hebrews 4:16

Mercy: To view with compassion, love, forgiveness instead of judgement. Granting forgiveness when in your power to punish.

Mercy does not mean withdrawing accountability. It is best received when one acknowledges accountability.

Grace: God’s Favor and Ability