Paul shows us the doctrine of suffering. This paragraph tells us to not doubt the power of God in suffering. Paul reminds us that suffering shows proof that we belong to Christ. 17 b could be rewritten as since we suffer with Him, we may be also glorified together.-Verse 18 shows us how we should react to suffering.-1. do not be taken by surprise- It is inevitable-2. We should not be shaken by suffering-3. this suffering could end in death or martyrdom.-this verse tells of the suffering at this time are not worth comparing with the glory that is to be revealed to us.

At the height of his reign, David fell into grievous sin. What began with a look ended in adultery and multiple deaths. Yet, by the mercy of God and the work of the HS, David was brought to repentance and forgiven by God. While forgiven, the consequences of this sin plagued David and his family for years to come. If David could fall into sin, so can any believer. Take heed of the warning and walk by faith.

We live as sojourners in this world. The world despises Christians because they hate Christ, our Lord. Therefore, we should not be surprised when we show kindness but receive hatred in return. We are in the midst of a spiritual battle, which we must be ready to fight in, knowing that our God will give us the grace we need to endure.

At the height of his reign, David fell into grievous sin. What began with a look ended in adultery and multiple deaths. Yet, by the mercy of God and the work of the HS, David was brought to repentance and forgiven by God. While forgiven, the consequences of this sin plagued David and his family for years to come. If David could fall into sin, so can any believer. Take heed of the warning and walk by faith.

Paul shows us the doctrine of suffering. This paragraph tells us to not doubt the power of God in suffering. Paul reminds us that suffering shows proof that we belong to Christ. 17 b could be rewritten as since we suffer with Him, we may be also glorified together.Verse 18 shows us how we should react to suffering.1. do not be taken by surprise: It is inevitable2. We should not be shaken by suffering3. this suffering could end in death or martyrdom.this verse tells of the suffering at this time are not worth comparing with the glory that is to be revealed to us.

A review and clarification on verse 16. Paul gives us in these 2 verses two things which are a step above intellectual knowledge. See Westminster Confession of Faith chapter 18.-Lloyd Jones gives us an explanation of what is called -The baptism of the Holy Spirit- or by some the - Sealing of the Holy Spirit-. He then gives a roll call of past saints who have experienced this and who have written about it.-In the early church is is often called -the ordinary working of the Spirit-.

Shown here in the first chapter of Mark, Jesus goes to work. He only had one purpose, and that was to do his Father's work. He shows us that he is serving God by healing those with infermities.-In verse 21, Jesus is teaching in the Synagogue on the Sabbath. He impressed those who were there with His authority in teaching. He taught as one without sin. He preached the gospel.-Starting in verse 23, a demon possessed man interrupts him. This demon knows Jesus and Jesus rebuked him, telling him to be silent and to come out of the man Jesus can release those who are his from oppression and bondage.-Jesus can heal brokenness. Starting in vs 29, Jesus heals Simon's mother in law, who then begins to serve. Jesus starts a time of healing for the community. He cast out many demons, preventing them from speaking.

Shown here in the first chapter of Mark, Jesus goes to work. He only had one purpose, and that was to do his Father's work. He shows us that he is serving God by healing those with infermities.In verse 21, Jesus is teaching in the Synagogue on the Sabbath. He impressed those who were there with His authority in teaching. He taught as one without sin. He preached the gospel.Starting in verse 23, a demon possessed man interrupts him. This demon knows Jesus and Jesus rebuked him, telling him to be silent and to come out of the man Jesus can release those who are his from oppression and bondage.Jesus can heal brokenness. Starting in vs 29, Jesus heals Simon's mother in law, who then begins to serve. Jesus starts a time of healing for the community. He cast out many demons, preventing them from speaking.

A review and clarification on verse 16. Paul gives us in these 2 verses two things which are a step above intellectual knowledge. See Westminster Confession of Faith chapter 18.Lloyd Jones gives us an explanation of what is called "The baptism of the Holy Spirit" or by some the " Sealing of the Holy Spirit". He then gives a roll call of past saints who have experienced this and who have written about it.In the early church is is often called "the ordinary working of the Spirit".

In verse 16, Paul goes one step further in giving us grounds that we can be certain that we are sons of God. He goes further than vs 15 where he shows us abba- Father.-These statements are feelings not related to salvation. We should seek them. as they are most profound.-Paul leads us from being sons, a more legal term, to being children, a more familial term, representing more of a family, of adoption.-Here the Holy Spirit bears witness with our spirit.