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Strength in the River: A Theology of Suffering

In this series upon which the book of the same name was based, Steve delves into the dark world of suffering to demonstrate that light and hope are indeed possible in God. Focused especially upon the sovereignty of God, Steve gives lessons from the lives of key Bible characters on how they responded to times of tremendous pain and trial. This is a must-listen for those enduring heartache and disappointment.

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15 Feb

Strength in the River, Part 1: Jeremiah Says: Accept that God’s Sovereignty is Bigger Than You Think

  • SPEAKER: STEVE SWARTZ
  • SCRIPTURE: LAMENTATIONS 3
22 Feb

Strength in the River, Part 2: James Says: Solving the Problem is Not the Point

  • SPEAKER: STEVE SWARTZ
  • SCRIPTURE: JAMES 1:2-4
8 Mar

Strength in the River, Part 3: Jesus Says: Submit Willingly to the Plan of God

  • SPEAKER: STEVE SWARTZ
  • SCRIPTURE: MATTHEW 26:36-44
15 Mar

Strength in the River, Part 4: Abraham Says: Trust in the Integrity of God

  • SPEAKER: STEVE SWARTZ
  • SCRIPTURE: GENESIS 22:1-18
22 Mar

Strength in the River, Part 5: Ruth Says: Let Your Godly Character Shine Through

  • SPEAKER: STEVE SWARTZ
  • SCRIPTURE: RUTH
29 Mar

Strength in the River, Part 6: Paul Says: Find God’s Power in Your Weakness

  • SPEAKER: STEVE SWARTZ
  • SCRIPTURE: 2 CORINTHIANS 12:7-10
19 Apr

Strength in the River, Part 7: David Says: Plead with and Praise the Lord

  • SPEAKER: STEVE SWARTZ
  • SCRIPTURE: PSALM 57
26 Apr

Strength in the River, Part 8: Peter Says: Obey the Lord in the Midst of Sorrow

  • SPEAKER: STEVE SWARTZ
  • SCRIPTURE: 1 PETER
3 May

Strength in the River, Part 9: Elijah Says: Be Grateful for God’s Tender Care

  • SPEAKER: STEVE SWARTZ
  • SCRIPTURE: 1 KINGS 19:4-8
17 May

Strength in the River, Part 10: Job Says: Don’t Respond to Sorrow in a Way You Will Regret

  • SPEAKER: STEVE SWARTZ
  • SCRIPTURE: JOB 29:1-42:6
24 May

Strength in the River, Part 11: Eve Says: Humbly Forgive Those Who have Caused Sorrow

  • SPEAKER: STEVE SWARTZ
  • SCRIPTURE: GENESIS 3-4
31 May

Strength in the River, Part 12: David Says: Use Your Suffering for Self-Examination

  • SPEAKER: STEVE SWARTZ
  • SCRIPTURE: PSALM 38
7 Jun

Strength in the River, Part 13: Heman Says: Be Confident in the Lord’s Presence in Darkness

  • SPEAKER: STEVE SWARTZ
  • SCRIPTURE: PSALM 88
28 Jun

Strength in the River, Part 14: Joseph Says: Expect that God’s Wisdom will Amaze You

  • SPEAKER: STEVE SWARTZ
  • SCRIPTURE: GENESIS 37, 39-50
5 Jul

Strength in the River, Part 15: Hannah Says: Give Glory to God for His Gracious Response

  • SPEAKER: STEVE SWARTZ
  • SCRIPTURE: 1 SAMUEL 1