Even in our suffering, God is worthy of worship. SCRIPTURE | Job 1–42 CENTRAL TRUTH Pain often produces spiritual growth. It breaks down our preconceived ideas of who God is. It helps us learn who He really is and strengthens our faith in a different way than ease or comfort. Key question What do verses 21-22 show you about...

Job’s story is an impactful passage on human suffering and God’s sovereign goodness that transcends any circumstance. The book of Job shares of a God-fearing, virtuous man who continually turned from evil. Though he was not sinless, Job was counted righteous by his faith in God until the end.  How does Job respond when unexpected suffering comes to him?...

Tips for Teaching This Week’s Session of The Gospel Project for Adults Listen to this week’s leader training podcast with Y Bonesteele, team leader for The Gospel Project for Adults, for a summary and guidance in leading your group. This week’s additional resources for study and preparation:

God can use our pain for His glory. SCRIPTURE | Genesis 37–50 CENTRAL TRUTH Life sometimes doesn’t go the way we think it will. But detours and struggles can actually have a purpose in our lives and in the lives of those around us. The detours can increase our faith when we realize God is present with us at...

Today’s passage tells of God’s faithful covenant being carried from Abraham to Isaac, then to Jacob, and now Joseph. Jacob loved Joseph more than his brothers because he was born to Jacob in his old age. Jacob’s favoritism toward Joseph caused the others to feel deep anger toward Joseph.  Beyond Jacob’s treatment of Joseph, his sons grew even angrier...

Tips for Teaching This Week’s Session of The Gospel Project for Adults Listen to this week’s leader training podcast with Y Bonesteele, team leader for The Gospel Project for Adults, for tips and guidance in leading your group. This week’s additional resources for study and preparation: