The Role of Affliction for the Believer // Genesis: Unfiltered

Series - Genesis: Unfiltered
Scriptures - Genesis 29:1-35
Presenter - Paul Stohler - Teaching Team
Date - October 27, 2024

We often overlook this truth about the Christian journey: God does not promise a life without hardship but assures us of His comfort through it. Through the story of Leah, we see the raw struggles of rejection and the deep longing for love. Despite her pain, Leah learns to shift her focus from human approval to a God-centered faith, finding ultimate comfort in Him. Her journey, as the mother of Judah demonstrates God’s incredible faithfulness even through affliction.

Join us as we delve into these scriptures and uncover the ways God uses our suffering for His greater purpose, offering hope and assurance that, in every season, He is working for our good.

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Sermon Notes

Leah’s Longing for Love
Genesis 29:31-34

We all come from broken places and try to fill the pain of affliction in various ways.

Leah’s Surrender to God’s Plan
Genesis 29:35

God’s Faithfulness to Leah
Romans 8:28

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