You aren't alone in your struggle with chronic pain. God can use your trials to strengthen you and give you greater purpose.

Talking Points:

  • Dealing with chronic pain is hard but it doesn’t have to define our lives. Getting stuck in the “why me?” mentality will only make things worse. 
  • God uses the struggles in life to strengthen us and prepare us for his purposes. We need to let go of control and trust God to see us through.

Quote This:

Romans 8:28 And we know that God causes everything to work together[ for the good of those who love God and are called according to his purpose for them.

Discussion Questions:
  1. Initial reactions to this topic? What jumped out at you?
  2. What’s your experience with chronic pain? How has it impacted your life or that of someone you love?
  3. What are some good and bad things your chronic pain has taught you?
  4. Read Romans 8:28. How have you seen God use your struggles for good? How do you need to rely on him more?
  5. Read Philippians 4:6-7. What situations are causing you stress? What do these verses tell you to do?
  6. Is there a step you need to take based on today’s topic?