Suffering with Joni Eareckson Tada
Joni is the founder and CEO of Joni and Friends, a ministry that seeks to bring the hope of the Gospel to people affected by disability through various programs and outreaches around the world. She is the author of numerous books including her most recent work, Songs of Suffering: 25 Hymns and Devotions for Weary Souls.
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Show Notes
What is so special about music? Why does it so often encourage weary and broken hearts?
Do you see this pattern in Scripture (God’s people singing through suffering)?
Is there a particular song in Scripture that has most encouraged or challenged you on the topic of suffering? If so, which one and why?
Is there a particular hymn that has most encouraged you on the topic of suffering? If so, which one and why?
We try to avoid the topic of suffering until we “need” to talk about it. Why do you think this is the case?
Why should women reflect upon suffering even if they aren’t currently experiencing a season of suffering?
What encouragement would you offer a woman listening who has experienced or is currently walking through a season of suffering?
I had professor in undergrad that used to say, “God can use suffering for your good and his glory.” Would you agree with this observation, and if so, why can you personally say that statement is true?
Even when Satan has tempted you to despair, why do you still have hope?
When it is hard to believe that God is good, what do you do?
How has scripture fanned hope into flame in your heart?
Are there any particular passages you would encourage women to study, even memorize, about suffering, hope, or the goodness of God?
Noteworthy Quotations
“Over the years, I’ve learned that God does not merely invite us to sing, he orders and commands us to sing.”
“Singing is a way that I turn my soul godward in the midst of discouragement or weariness.”
“Afflictions tend to drag you in the opposite direction of God. Yet we can still express confidence in God through Him.”
“Doctrine rich songs can barge into your soul and shake awake a hopeful response when you are discouraged.”
Recommended Resources
Songs of Suffering by Joni Eareckson Tada
Scripture References
Ephesians 5:19
2 Corinthians 4:7-12
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