Paul knew from personal experience that God is the God of peace. Every need he had was met every time – whether in circumstances of need or abundance. Paul possessed the ultimate confidence that God was with him. In verse 12, he says that he has learned the secret of being content and that he found true peace. True peace comes when we do not allow our circumstances to impede our influence and activity in the kingdom. In other words, it comes when we entirely devote ourselves to God and completely depend on His resources. This is why Paul could write down the words that so many of us have memorized: I am able to do all things through Him who strengthens me. Paul understood that no matter what came upon him, good or bad, persecution or abundant blessing, he would be given the strength to fulfill God’s purposes.
Lesson 6 - A Peace Not Like the World
Possessing Ultimate Confidence that God is With You
April 14, 2024 • Russ Robins, Dru McLaughin, Justin Spargo • John 14:27, Philippians 4:7–13
Lesson 10 - The Experience and Power of Worship
May 12, 2024 • Russ Robins, Justin Spargo, Dru McLaughin • Isaiah 6:1–8, Luke 5:16–27
When we worship God, we should be able to see something spectacular—something beyond ourselves. We should leave filled with awe, mesmerized by God's life-giving, life-flowing power. We should be motivated to tell others about what we have experienced.
Lesson 9 - Spiritual Confidence
May 5, 2024 • Russ Robins, Dru McLaughin, Justin Spargo • 1 Corinthians 15:58
This lesson will focus specifically on confidence, an essential attribute of strong Christians. We will discuss the importance of trust, where to place it, and how to cultivate it. More importantly, we will explore how this confidence supports us throughout life, offering resilience and stability no matter our challenges. This is about acknowledging the necessity of confidence and understanding how it can be actively developed and maintained in our daily walk with Christ.