Thinking on Scripture with Dr. Steven R. Cook
Religion & Spirituality:Christianity
In tonight's lesson we spent the whole hour discussing how God uses trials to help develop us spiritually. These trials become opportunities for us to grow into spiritual adults and to let our light shine for others to see. Paul wrote, “we exult in our tribulations, knowing that tribulation brings about perseverance; and perseverance, proven character; and proven character, hope” (Rom 5:3-4). James said, “Consider it a great joy, my brothers, whenever you experience various trials, knowing that the testing of your faith produces endurance. But endurance must do its complete work, so that you may be mature and complete, lacking nothing” (Jam 1:2-4 CSB). The Lord uses the fire of trials to burn away the dross of our weak character and to refine those golden qualities consistent with His character. The growing believer learns to praise God in and for the trials, knowing He uses them to strengthen our faith and develop us into spiritually mature Christians. Trials can make us bitter or better, depending on how we respond to them.
Deuteronomy 34:1-12 - The Death of Moses
Deuteronomy 33:1-29 - Moses Blessing Israel
Acts 4:32-37 - Barnabas the Man of Grace and Encouragement
Deuteronomy 32:44-52 - The Word of God is the Source of Life & Moses’ Punishment for Disobedience
A Survey of Christians Theology - Lecture #27 - The Great White Throne & New Heavens and Earth
A Survey of Christian Theology - Lecture #26 - Millennial Kingdom & Judgment of Satan and Demons
A Survey of Christian Theology - Lecture #25 - Resurrections & Judgements of Israel and Gentiles
A Survey of Christian Theology - Lecture #24 - The Great Tribulation & Second Coming of Christ
Acts 4:5-12 - Salvation is Found Only in Jesus
Deuteronomy 32:1-43 - The Song of Moses
A Survey of Christian Theology - Lecture #23 - Israel; & Events Preceding the Second Coming
A Survey of Christian Theology - Lecture #22 - Sabbath & Lord’s Day - Gentiles in History & Prophecy
Deuteronomy 31:14-30 - Defining Success in Godly Leadershio
A Survey of Christian Theology - Lecture #21 - Ecclesiology III
A Survey of Christian Theology - Lecture #20 - Ecclesiology II
Acts 2:25-47 - Peter’s Message that Jesus is the Risen Messiah
D90 - Deuteronomy 31:1-13 - Opening to Moses’ Final Speech Concerning his Death and Appointing Joshua as his Successor
A Survey of Christian Theology - Lecture #19 - Ecclesiology I
Survey of Christian Theology - Lecture #18 - Divine Election
Survey of Christian Theology - Lecture #17 - Assurance and Security of the Believer
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