Consolation for the Faithful in the Midst of Suffering

In II Thessalonians 1:5-10, we see that we can confidently and faithfully face any persecution or affliction because we know that God is with us and He will gloriously and finally settle all accounts.

// Small Group Questions

1. What did God teach you through this passage and sermon? Share the work of God in your heart with the group.

2. What questions did this passage and sermon raise in your mind? This would be a great opportunity as a group to use the Ask a Pastor feature and that way we can address it either directly or in the messages in the future.

3. It is very easy to feel God has abandoned us in a world dominated by non-Christian values; how can we fortify ourselves to believe that He is with us and at work in us?

4. How should the thought of being considered worthy by God motivate and guide our daily choices?

5. How can the truth that God will deal completely with those who afflict us for our beliefs help us in reaching our world?