Key idea: We can take courage in God’s sovereignty in any situation in life.   God sovereignty means that God is in absolute control over every event and circumstance in His creation.   God’s sovereignty… I. comforts us and gives us hope in injustice of the world (1-5). II. encourages us in our fear and discouragement (6-11). III. protects us in uncertainties in life (12-35).

Key Idea: Our God is faithful and provides for us in our weakness. Three ways God is faithful in the midst of difficulties: I. God is faithful to change us II. God is faithful to guide us III. God is faithful to provide for us

Key Idea: Our love for Christ changes our view of suffering   Three ways our love of Christ changes our view of suffering: I. Displaces our idol of comfort (v.1-6) II. Determines who we live for (v.7-14) III. Directs all glory to God (v.15-20)

Key Idea: Let your life be completely centered on Christ so that it has a multiplying effect on other people that last into eternity.

Two dangers: I. The Danger of misplaced affections II. The Danger of following Christ

Key Idea: The Lord, through the agency of His church, carries His people in the service of the gospel through difficult times and discouragement.

Key Idea: The gospel brings hope in the midst of all situations.

Key Idea: We must be fueled by a high view of God in order to bring the gospel to all nations.