Oct 07 2024 44 mins
In episode 324 of Missions Incorporated, Jesse Schreck shares a sermon on handling afflictions in Christian living and missions. Originally shared at Levittown Baptist Church, this episode discusses practical insights on enduring trials through a biblical lens. Jesse highlights the importance of understanding God's sovereignty, maintaining strong discipleship, and supporting one another in the body of Christ. With personal anecdotes and scriptural references, he emphasizes seeing afflictions as opportunities for spiritual growth and remaining steadfast in faith.
Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction to Handling Afflictions
01:06 About the Speaker and Ministry
01:36 Announcements and Prayer Requests
03:09 Introduction to the Sermon
03:21 Reading and Context of 1 Thessalonians
05:07 Paul's Afflictions and Love for the Church
08:07 Understanding Afflictions and God's Sovereignty
15:03 The Importance of Face-to-Face Fellowship
20:13 Satan's Hindrance in Ministry
23:10 Infighting in the Church
24:06 Satan's Limited Power
25:33 Paul's Concern for the Church
26:08 The Importance of Discipleship
29:51 Afflictions and Faith
32:02 The Cost of Following Christ
38:53 Persecution and God's Sovereignty
42:40 Closing Thoughts and Prayer
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