Throughout Scripture, God’s people faced pain:
As a Husband, Father of six, Ministry Leader, and Christ follower, I have seen my share of pain. This outline helps us see the big picture: that pain is part of life and part of our journey of faith. Pain will come, and we can count it as joy. It makes us strong and builds character. Our joy is knowing that Christ is where we get our peace in any situation. Sometimes we must be like Paul and simply back up, realize that Satan has blocked the road we planned to travel, and find a new path to the destination God has called us to. (1 Thes 2:18) Pray and seek a new path to what God has called you to today.
Here are some thoughts on this from Herbert Walker Jr.
- Noah: ridicule
- Abraham and Sarah: barrenness
- Joseph: betrayal and prison
- Moses: leadership pressure
- Elijah: depression
- Peter: failure
- Paul: suffering
Pain has always been part of God’s people’s journey.
Even today, Christian leaders face:
- Betrayal
- Misunderstanding
- Financial pressure
- Division
- Family struggles
- Spiritual warfare
Pain is part of the calling in your life.
Pain and Joy Can Coexist
James says we can have pain and joy at the same time!
But Joy does not come from:
- Money
- Accomplishments
- People’s approval
Joy comes from Jesus.
“Happiness" depends on circumstances...
But Joy depends on Christ.
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