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March 1, 2025 Purpose in Pain

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Anneli Campbell West Bay SDA Theme: Finding meaning in trials Scripture: “Beloved, do not think it strange concerning the fiery trial which is to try you, as though some strange thing happened to you: but rejoice to the extent that you partake of Christ’s sufferings, that when His glory is revealed, you may also be glad with exceeding joy.” 1. Peter 4:12-13 “And we know that all things work together for good to those who love God, to those who are the called according to His purpose.” Romans 8:28 Life is a gift for which we should praise and thank God with every breath! But sometimes, life knocks the air out of us, and we feel suffocating. Once, as a little girl, I fell off a swing and landed hard on my back. I had never experienced that feeling of not being able to breathe before, and though it lasted but a few seconds, it was painful and scary. That pain was short-lived, but since then, I’ve had to endure, like we all have, seasons of pain and suffering that go much deeper than phys...