Is it possible God speaks to us not just in our pleasures and passions but also in our ?

Like a tree with roots that go deep into the ground, nourishment and for us as Jesus followers will be found when we’re willing to go deep. (Psalm 42:7)

Like an olive being pressed not once, not twice, but three times, Jesus gave all that we could have the chance to have, all He us to have. (Luke 22:4)

When life is hard, .

Jesus learned the of obedience by listening to the Father, by following the Father, even when life was very difficult.

Suffering is part of this world. It is because of the curse; it’s the result of humanity’s and rebellion against God.

But that doesn’t mean God can’t it — can’t recycle it — can’t speak to us through it. (Phil. 4: 12-13)

How did Paul learn this secret of joy and peace — — in all circumstances? (Phil. 4: 12-13)

He knew the pleasure of plenty and the suffering of . Like Jesus, he learned obedience through what he suffered.

Whatever we may be facing or will face in the days to come — no matter the degree of difficulty — Jesus understands because Jesus .

Follow the voice of the shepherd, and the promise of will become increasingly ours.