FACE ADVERSITY WITH CONFIDENCE
Lesson 17 oct
( MEMORY VERSE )
2 Timothy 1:12 For the which cause I also suffer these things: nevertheless I am not ashamed: for I know whom I have believed, and am persuaded that he is able to keep that which I have committed unto him against that day. ( KJV )
Lesson text
Act 23:1-11; 25:7-12; 28:16-31
Central Truth
The lord is aware of the adverse circumstances his people face and keeps them in his care.
Focus
To know that Christians often face adversity and determine to place our confidence in God.
Outline
1. Stand Firm
A. Maintain A clear conscience
B. Boldly proclaim the Gospel
2. Protection Assured
A. Have confidence in God
B. God fulfils his promises
3. Consistent ministry
A. Heart for the lost
B. Witness faithfully
Learning Objectives
At the end of this lesson, student will be able to
1. Learn how Paul demonstrated confidence in God in the face of adversity.
2. Realise that God calls believers to remain confident when adversity comes.
3. Remember that difficulty in our life will not frustrate God's plan.
Introducing the lesson
People choose different ways to face adversity. Some try to burst through obstacles so they can proudly proclaim they pulled themselves up by their own bootstraps. Others cave in with fear and desperately hope they will be rescued from their problems or the problems will go away before they end their own lives in despair. Neither of these approaches to adversity is godly. The proud individual may overcome difficulties, but the solutions arrived at will only have temporary value. Some unstoppable tragedy will bring that person down. The frightened individual may receive help at one point of need, but will eventually find help is unavailable. As Paul's missionary journeys drew to a close, his future seemed to be at the mercy of uncaring Romans But Paul demonstrated confidence in God. God calls believers to remain confident when adversity comes, but not because they possess the resources to come out on top. Our confidence is to be in God who enables us to live for Him.
( MEMORY VERSE )
2 Timothy 1:12 For the which cause I also suffer these things: nevertheless I am not ashamed: for I know whom I have believed, and am persuaded that he is able to keep that which I have committed unto him against that day. ( KJV )
Lesson text
Act 23:1-11; 25:7-12; 28:16-31
Central Truth
The lord is aware of the adverse circumstances his people face and keeps them in his care.
Focus
To know that Christians often face adversity and determine to place our confidence in God.
Outline
1. Stand Firm
A. Maintain A clear conscience
B. Boldly proclaim the Gospel
2. Protection Assured
A. Have confidence in God
B. God fulfils his promises
3. Consistent ministry
A. Heart for the lost
B. Witness faithfully
Learning Objectives
At the end of this lesson, student will be able to
1. Learn how Paul demonstrated confidence in God in the face of adversity.
2. Realise that God calls believers to remain confident when adversity comes.
3. Remember that difficulty in our life will not frustrate God's plan.
Introducing the lesson
People choose different ways to face adversity. Some try to burst through obstacles so they can proudly proclaim they pulled themselves up by their own bootstraps. Others cave in with fear and desperately hope they will be rescued from their problems or the problems will go away before they end their own lives in despair. Neither of these approaches to adversity is godly. The proud individual may overcome difficulties, but the solutions arrived at will only have temporary value. Some unstoppable tragedy will bring that person down. The frightened individual may receive help at one point of need, but will eventually find help is unavailable. As Paul's missionary journeys drew to a close, his future seemed to be at the mercy of uncaring Romans But Paul demonstrated confidence in God. God calls believers to remain confident when adversity comes, but not because they possess the resources to come out on top. Our confidence is to be in God who enables us to live for Him.
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