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Why Does God Allow Us to Be Afflicted?
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsGod the Father experiences profound suffering due to the rebellion of His children, as depicted in the poignant image of a disappointed Father facing Israel's defiance. This rebellion is a deep offense against His love and holiness, yet it does not diminish His compassionate nature. His judgment, though necessary, is marked by sorrow as He allows His people to suffer the consequences of their choices, such as the removal of blessings from a nation. Despite this, His love remains evident, as He sympathizes with His people in all their trials, always desiring to aid them. His discipline, though it may seem prolonged to those enduring it, is but a moment in the grand scope of His plans, intended to ultimately bring about greater mercies and restoration. This suffering of God as a Father underscores His merciful character, revealing that He takes no pleasure in anger but is moved by a heart of kindness, ensuring that sorrow is temporary and will be followed by joy for those in friendship with Him.
Jesus' Sufferings on Passover
CGG Weekly by Ronny H. GrahamThe sequence of events that took place on Passover, from Jesus' arrest through His death, was orchestrated so we could appreciate what God did for us.
Life Doesn't Work on a Balance Sheet (Part Two)
CGG Weekly by David C. GrabbeBeing God's Son was not enough to automatically qualify Him to be our High Priest. He was made complete and fully ready to be High Priest through sufferings.
Life Doesn't Work on a Balance Sheet (Part Three)
CGG Weekly by David C. GrabbeAs soon as The Father and Son created man with the ability to choose right or wrong, They exposed Themselves to the certainty that humanity would rebel.
Why Are We Afflicted?
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsAffliction is a necessary aspect of life, yielding strength of character, while ease and comfort weaken us. Christ was perfected as High Priest through suffering.
Back to Life (Part Four)
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsGod's love does not shield us from sickness, pain, sorrow, or death. There are several scriptural contexts in which Jesus shed tears and expressed grief.
Jesus' Final Human Thoughts (Part Two)
Article by StaffWhat was Jesus thinking about during His last hours as a human? The gospel accounts reveal what Jesus knew about His suffering, death, and resurrection.
Mercy, Pilgrimage, and Providence
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughOur experience in overcoming and developing character will be fraught with difficulties, but God will provide the power to get through all the anguish.
Grieving the Holy Spirit
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughJust as our human spirit can be grieved, God is grieved by willful sinful behavior—sullying, suppressing, or stifling the Spirit that identifies us as His.
What's Going On Up There?
Article by StaffDoes it seem like your prayers never reach God's throne—that at best they are only recorded on His answering machine? Here is another way to look at prayer.