Comfort & Affliction, Week 1 of 3 from February 16th, 2025

“Affliction teaches us to rely on God and comfort others."

2 Corinthians 1:1-11 by Michael Lockstampfor (@miklocks)

SUMMARY

This sermon explores the relationship between comfort and affliction in the Christian life, drawing from Paul's letter to the Corinthians. It emphasizes that God's comfort doesn't eliminate affliction but teaches believers to rely on God and comfort others. Pastor Michael challenges the notion that faith is merely a crutch, arguing instead that it provides real hope and strength in times of difficulty. He highlights God's nature as merciful and comforting, and encourages gratitude for God's mercies even in challenging times.

REFLECTION & DISCUSSION QUESTIONS

• 💬 What mercies has God extended to you in the last few months?

• 💬 How are we blessing others when we have been comforted?

• 💬 What affliction will convince us that we must rely on Jesus for our whole life?

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

• 📝 Sermon Notes for this message

• 💾 Download a transcript of this message

• 🖼️ Sermon Slides

• 📖 Read 2 Corinthians 1:1-11

• 📖 Paul - former enemy to Christians, met Jesus and became sold out (Acts 9)

• 📖 Paul, missionary pastor starts a church in Corinth (Acts 18)

• 📖 Types of suffering (1 Peter 3-4)

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