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Scripture: 1 Peter 4:12-19 & 5:6-14, 2 Timothy 3:12, Psalm 139:23-24

Discussion Questions:

Q: What fiery ordeals have your experienced in your life?

Q: How can the purification/refining of “fiery ordeals” actually help you “stand firm?”

Q: Why do you think Jesus choses to use “pyrosis” (fiery ordeals) to refine and purify us? What makes this so powerful?

Q: In what ways has or can Jesus use suffering or hard times in your life to grow you closer to Him?

Q: Is your understanding of & faith in Jesus’ sovereign power bigger than your fear or desires?

Q: Why is sugar-coating or denying a “theology of suffering” so dangerous & dishonest to the Christian faith?

Q: NOTE - it is rarely appropriate to give advice to people who are suffering. However, how do these passages help you to know how to love on & support people who are currently suffering or struggling?