Episode 103: Hope in the Midst of Suffering

Got a question about today’s episode or something else you’d like to hear us talk about on the show? Let us know! We can find hope even in the midst of suffering, because our hope is in Jesus. In this episode, we share a live session from the Breathe Retreat, where Dot reflects on the story of Job. She talks about the difficult question of “why do we suffer?” and she offers hope and encouragement to anyone who’s struggling to trust God in their current circumstances. Pull up a chair and join us! Episode RecapStart by writing down Job 1:1,9Job was righteous and blameless, and he still sufferedGod is not in the business of punishing his childrenJust because we’re forgiven doesn’t mean we won’t experience consequencesWe can’t know what God is doing in other people’s livesWe can find hope knowing that God understands even when we don’tDon’t listen to people who try to tell you why you’re sufferingOur hope is not in our circumstancesWe don’t know why we suffer, but we can know God’s heartWill you serve God for nothing? Resources:Send us an email to let us know what you’re learning - [email protected] Find Dot Bowen on Instagram and Facebook Are you interested in having Dot come and speak to your community? Email us at [email protected] Write this Down! on YouTubeFind Dot Bowen on Instagram and Facebook