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The Suffering of Paul
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In this sermon, we looked at 2 Corinthians 1:3-9 in which the apostle Paul praises God as the ultimate source of comfort and compassion in times of affliction. Paul reminds us that God doesn't promise to fix our afflictions this side of heaven, but He has promised the abundant comfort of His presence. God's presence and grace are sufficient to give us what we need when we face affliction. Paul also tells us that the ultimate purpose of suffering is to move our dependence away from ourselves and onto God. It’s also meant to foster a shared experience of comfort in Christ within the Christian community as we confess our needs to God and others within our Biblical Community. Paul encourages believers to trust in God's comforting presence amidst suffering, knowing that our struggles lead to a deeper understanding of His grace and a strengthened faith in Him.
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