- Why did Paul say God allowed him to suffer?
- What are some other reasons God allows us to suffer or experience hardship? 1 Peter 1:6-7; 2:20-21; Hebrews 5:8; Romans 8:17.
- How did God answer Paul’s prayer for deliverance?
- How was His answer to Paul similar to His answer to Jesus’ prayer in Luke 22:42-43?
- How has God answered your prayer for deliverance?
- What encouragement do you receive from the following verses: Exodus 15:2; Joshua 1:6, 7, 9; Judges 6:14-16; 2 Samuel 22:29-37; Psalm 28:7; 33:16-22; 73:26; Isaiah 40:27-31; Ephesians 1:18-21; 3:14-21; Philippians 4:13.
- What do you have to “boast” about? When others observe your life, how easily can they see God’s strength?
