Enduring by faith (Faith series)

Passage: 2 Corinthians 1:8-11

The One Thing: Enduring by faith

Church 414 Discussion starters

1. Why is endurance so important to the Christian life?

2. What is at stake if you don't endure?

3. Out of these four "truths to endure on" from 2 Cor 1:8-11, which one is most important to you right now? * Life is hard * Heaven is real * God is good * I am not alone.

4. Read 2 Corinthians 4:16​. How could Paul call the sufferings he endured (see 2 Cor 1:8 and 2 Cor 11:23​-27) "light and momentary troubles"? How would you have referred to them?

5. Reflect on Henk and Irene's testimony. What struck you? What might God be saying to you through them?

6. In what way has this series on faith challenged you, grown you or encouraged you?