Discussion Questions:
1. How do you typically view the trials in your life? (Examples: God is angry
with you, God is abandoning you, it’s necessary for growth, it’s
confusing, etc.)
2. How do/can the following truths about God help to comfort you in
seasons of trial(s)?
All powerful (sovereign) – Psalm 115:3
All knowing – 1 John 3:20
All present – Psalm 139:7-12
All loving – 1 John 4:8
3. Name a trial that you have experienced that made your faith get
stronger.
4. Using your answer from the previous question, how did that trial either
add something to your life or subtract something from your life?
5. How can you grow in your steadfastness? How can you better fight the
spiritual battle in your mind and body? (Refer to the following verses as
needed – 2 Corinthians 10:3; 2 Corinthians 10:5; James 1:5-6).
6. How can an eternal perspective provide you with hope to be steadfast
in your life even when you experience trials?
7. Prayer – specifically pray for group members who are in seasons of
trials.