#StrongerLonger

“We can rejoice, too, when we run into problems and trials, for we know that they help us develop endurance. And endurance develops strength of character, and character strengthens our confident hope of salvation.”

Romans 5:3-4 (NLT)

1. RESISTANCE BUILDS SPIRITUAL ENDURANCE AND CHARACTER!

“No discipline is enjoyable while it is happening—it’s painful! But afterward there will be a peaceful harvest of right living for those who are trained in this way.”

Hebrews 12:11 (NLT)

2. WALKING WITH CHRIST IS NOT A SPRINT; IT'S A MARATHON.

“So let’s not get tired of doing what is good. At just the right time we will reap a harvest of blessing if we don’t give up.”

Galatians 6:9 (NLT)

● DEEP ROOTS PRODUCE LASTING STRENGTH!

"Those who trust in the LORD... are like trees planted along a riverbank, with roots that reach deep into the water... Their leaves stay green, and they never stop producing fruit." Jeremiah 17:7–8 (NLT)

3. THE DESTINATION REVEALS THE PROMISE; THE PROCESS DEVELOPS THE PERSON.

“You intended to harm me, but God intended it all for good. He brought me to this position so I could save the lives of many people.” Genesis 50:20 (NLT)

“Therefore we also, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us lay aside every weight, and the sin which so easily ensnares us, and let us run with endurance the race that is set before us, looking unto Jesus, the author and finisher of our faith, who for the joy that was set before Him endured the cross...

Hebrews 12:1-2 (NKJV)

Life Group Questions:

1. What resistance have you experienced in your life that helped you develop character and endurance?

2. Have you found yourself burning out in your spiritual walk and or personal life? What did you do to endure? Expand on Galatians 6:9.

3. Have you experienced “The Wall” in your life? What are ways to press through?