Main Idea: The Lord instructs us through His Word in all circumstances, including affliction.

Perspective in the Midst of Affliction - Psalm 119:65

• Instruction of the Lord is for our good
  • Proverbs 3:11,12
  • Proverbs 15:32,33
  • James 1:2-4
• Instruction of the Lord produces spiritual fruit
  • Psalm 1:1-3
  • Romans 5:1-5

Instruction in the Midst of Affliction - Psalm 119:66-71

• The Lord instructs us in the midst of personal affliction to restore us to Him
  • Psalm 119:66-68
  • Psalm 130:1-6
  • I Peter 1:3-7
• The Lord instructs us in the midst of affliction by others to produce strong faith
  • Psalm 119:69-71
  • 2 Thessalonians 1:3,4
  • Psalm 25:19-21

Value Found in the Midst of Affliction - Psalm 119:72

• The Word of God is good for us in all circumstances
  • 2 Timothy 3:16,17
• The Word of God withstands the test of time
  • Isaiah 40:6-8
• The Word of God has value
  • Psalm 19:7-11

So What?

• When we encounter suffering, affliction, or trials, it should drive us to the Word of God to seek the Lord’s instruction.
  • 2 Timothy 2:8-10
  • 2 Corinthians 4:16-18