THE PURPOSE OF SUFFERING

1 Peter 4:1-11

SUFFERING GIVES THE BELIEVER A TRIUMPH: 1-2

1. 1. Christ suffered, you will suffer
   2. Conquer your mind before the day comes
   3. Commit your future to the will of God

SUFFERING GIVES THE BELIEVER A TESTIMONY: 3-6

1. 1. Suffering causes you to change your lifestyle
   2. Suffering causes you to keep a short account with God
   3. Suffering causes you to rejoice when you hear the gospel

SUFFERING GIVES THE BELIEVER A TENDERNESS: 7-9

1. 1. Suffering teaches you to pray
   2. Suffering teaches you to love
   3. Suffering teaches you to share

SUFFERING GIVES THE BELIEVER AN OPPORTUNITY TO TRAIN FOR THE KINGDOM: 10-11

1. 1. Training for the kingdom is securing your Spiritual gift
   2. Training for the kingdom is serving others
   3. Training for the kingdom is serving God