Facing the Distresses of Life

Sermon: Psalm 22; Philippians 2:14-18

Introduction: During this past week…

How do we make sense of such things?
I. Phil. 2:15 -- Sin and evil are very real in this world.
A. “crooked and twisted” –

B. Sadly, we must recognize this –

II. God, Christ understand the anguish you feel.
A. Psalm 22:1 -- Jesus' cry

B. Psalm 22:6 – “worm”

C. Psalm 22:31 – the victory – “He has done it”

III. What should you do in a time of distress?
A. Psalm 22:26; Phil. 2:16 – trust Christ

B. Phil. 2:14ff – continue faithful living

C. Matt. 16:18 – go on the offense

Application: