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Suffering

The state of undergoing pain, distress, or hardship.

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Bible Teachings on Suffering

Miracles in the Desert

As we turn to God in faith, He pours life-giving water into our parched hearts ... and miracles happen!

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Overcoming Depression

Almost everyone at one time or another experiences a period of sadness. Most people get over it with a little time. But for some people, the sadness...

Devotionals about Suffering

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It's Just a Flesh Wound

As a passionate follower of Christ, I know the dangers of unforgiveness. Matthew 18:21-35 records the parable about a man who had a great debt...

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The Mercy of God Alone

Faced with a medical emergency, it's natural to trust doctors and other professionals with your care. Join us on a journey back to a cold January...

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Why Do Bad Things Happen to Good People?

Is a lack of difficulty and hardship in life biblical? What does the Bible promise us when we have trouble, loss, and grief in life? The writer of...

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God Will Help You Triumph Over Despair!

If you're grappling with your own pain and heartache, take solace in Job's experience and connect it to the suffering of Jesus in Isaiah 53 and the...

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The Blessing of Adversity

In the face of devastating loss and adversity, Job maintained his faith and conversed openly with the Almighty. Through his unwavering communication...

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Videos about Suffering

700 Club Canada: September 19, 2024

Does God Keep His Promises

700 Club Canada: November 15, 2022

Can God Help Me

700 Club Canada: August 22, 2022

Will I Ever Be Happy?

700 Club Canada: May 19, 2022

What is Grace?

700 Club Canada: May 3, 2022

What do I do When I’m Feeling Shame?

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Articles on Suffering

In The Midst of Tragedy: Trust

When Blake Faulkner’s father died in a tragic accident, he struggled with trusting God until he surrendered his fears and found peace.

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Three Explanations for Our Current Crisis and Jesus’ Solution That…

I cannot force another person to choose Jesus’ rule for living, but I can choose it for myself. I can seek the most strategic, significant ways to...

An Interview with God Movie: What Would You Ask?

Booked in movie theaters across the U.S. for three nights only – August 20-22 – An Interview with God seeks to stimulate discussion about the...

Courage, Compassion, Care on Full Display in Facing Darkness

In a gritty, unvarnished documentary, Facing Darkness chronicles the incredible true story of how Samaritan’s Purse worked relentlessly to bring Dr....

Actress Erin Bethea Finds ‘New Life’ in Suffering

Not content to play it safe, actress Erin Bethea (Fireproof) has taken on a new project that she calls the toughest but most rewarding role she has...

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