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Suffering is an undeniable aspect of life. In this book, renowned New Testament scholar Craig Keener delves into the perennial question of hardship, offering a biblical understanding of suffering and resilience. Balancing insightful exposition of Scripture with compelling stories of Christians worldwide who have faced trials for their faith, Keener reveals how believers can endure by the power of the Holy Spirit. Acknowledging the reality of suffering, Keener provides guidance on how to respond to life's challenges and learn from the experiences of others. Rooted in a charismatic perspective yet broadly applicable, this work offers hope and meaning in the midst of suffering, reminding us of our ultimate hope in the new creation.Professors, students, church leaders, and anyone seeking to understand suffering within the context of a Spirit-filled life will benefit from this illuminating study.
Craig S. Keener (PhD, Duke University) is F. M. and Ada Thompson Professor of Biblical Studies at Asbury Theological Seminary in Wilmore, Kentucky. He is the author of 38 books, with some 1.4 million copies in circulation. Keener's books have won 15 national or international awards, including six in Christianity Today. He is married to Dr. Médine Moussounga Keener, who was a refugee in her home country of Congo for 18 months.
Introduction1. Jesus Is Worth Everything2. Apostles and Suffering3. Biblical Prophets and Suffering4. "Ordinary" Christians and Suffering5. Sharing with Jesus in Suffering6. Learning from the Persecuted Church7. In Sickness and in Health8. For Richer, for Poorer9. Examples of Other Kinds of Hardships10. Suffering in God's Will11. Rejoicing in Suffering12. Conclusion: OvercomersAppendixIndex