How does Jesus redefine our understanding of suffering?
Description
Bad Theology, 1 of 4 from October 5, 2025
“All suffering comes from sin but God’s purpose is greater than our pain.”
Job 4-5, 22, 42; 1 Peter 2 by Michael Lockstampfor (@miklocks)
SUMMARY
This sermon explores the relationship between suffering and our beliefs about God through the story of Job, challenging the idea that suffering always results from personal sin. Pastor Michael discusses the flawed belief that "if you do good, you get good," and highlights Jesus' example of suffering without sin. The message emphasizes that God's purposes are greater than our pain, urging trust in God’s perfect justice and compassion amidst trials.
REFLECTION & DISCUSSION QUESTIONS
💬 Who are we tempted to blame for their pain?
💬 Will we repent from our contributions to the sin and brokenness in the world?
💬 Will we forgive those who failed us in our grief?
💬 How can we “grieve with those who grieve”?
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
📖 Jesus suffered sinlessly (1 Peter 2:22-23; 2 Corinthians 5:21 )
📖 Jesus suffered sacrificially for others as an example (1 Peter 2:21-25)
📖 Suffering was necessary for Jesus to complete/perfect His ministry (Hebrews 2:9-10)
📖 Blind from birth to show God’s power (John 9:1-3)
📖 Solomon was materially blessed but an enemy of God (1 Kings 11:9-14)
📖 Nebuchadnezzar lost his mind because of his pride (Daniel 4)
📖 Read 1 Peter 2:18-21; 4:15-18
📖 All suffering is a result of the corrupting influence of sin a fallen world (Romans 8:20-23) and our response to sin MUST be repentance (Luke 13:3, 5)
📖 Physical sight led to spiritual life and a vibrant testimony (John 9)
📖 Trials are the heat that reveal our heart temptations (James 1:2-18)
📖 Paul's eternal perspective (Romans 8:18 ; 2 Corinthians 4:16-18)
📖 God tells Eliphaz to ask Job for prayer (Job 42:7-9)
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