Our Savior's Church - Lafayette
Discussion Guide

The Testing of Testing

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May 18, 2025

Main Idea

Pastor Joseph's main idea in 'The Testing of Testing' was that the trials we encounter are not just challenges but also divine opportunities for growth and preparation for what God has in store for us. He explained that testing strengthens our faith, leading to steadfastness, and that it's an integral part of a significant life in God. Pastor Joseph urged us to embrace testing with joy, understanding that it's a part of God's plan to shape us for greater things ahead.

Scripture References

James 1:2-3, James 1:12, John 10:10

1. How do you personally find joy in the midst of trials and testing?

When life shakes your foundation, what spills out reveals what's within you; let it be hope, love, joy, and peace from God's presence.

2. Can you share a time when a test in your life turned out to be a preparation for something greater?

Discussion Questions:

3. What practices help you differentiate between testing from God and temptation from the enemy?

4. How has your understanding of God's plan versus your preferences changed over time?

5. In what ways can we support each other as a spiritual family during testing times?

The purpose of prayer is not to leave with an answer but to leave with His presence, for with His presence, there's nothing we cannot do.

Summary

In 'The Testing of Testing,' Pastor Joseph at Our Savior's Church - Lafayette, guided us through the trials we face and the steadfastness that emerges from them. He reminded us that God's plan often diverges from our preferences, using biblical examples like Joseph, Job, and the Israelites to illustrate how testing precedes triumph. Pastor Joseph emphasized the difference between testing from God, which builds us, and temptation from the enemy, which aims to break us. He encouraged us to find joy in trials, as they are opportunities for growth, and to recognize that testing is both unavoidable and often comes at inopportune times.

Call to Action

Some next steps to take this week:

1. Partner with brothers and sisters in Christ to support you through your testing season.

2. Pray daily, presenting your requests to God and seeking His presence for peace and guidance.

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