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EPISODE · Jan 17, 2026 · 20 MIN

074. Why Does God Allow us to Suffer?

from The Waking up to Grace Podcast · host Waking up to Grace

We trace a straight line from the words of Jesus about tribulation to Paul’s lived dependence, showing how surrender to Christ reframes suffering, heals legalistic striving, and restores peace. We call listeners to trade self-effort for Spirit-filled guidance and to anchor daily life in love.• why God does not promise a pain-free life• Jesus as the pattern for overcoming through suffering• Paul’s despair turned to reliance on resurrection power• the difference between asking for help and seeking guidance• surrender, rest, and counting the cost with Jesus• guarding the mind, abiding in truth, and praying for love• Spirit-filled living versus legalism and self-effort• suffering for sin versus suffering for Christ and the fruit produced• unbreakable assurance in the love of God through ChristBlog Post: https://wakinguptograce.com/074-why-does-god-allow-us-to-suffer/

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We trace a straight line from the words of Jesus about tribulation to Paul’s lived dependence, showing how surrender to Christ reframes suffering, heals legalistic striving, and restores peace. We call listeners to trade self-effort for Spirit-filled guidance and to anchor daily life in love. • why God does not promise a pain-free life • Jesus as the pattern for overcoming through suffering • Paul’s despair turned to reliance on resurrection power • the difference between asking for help and...

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