Count It All Joy
September 20, 2026 | Pastor Ryan Gilbert
Q&A: submit questions via Pew Tags
Text: James 1:1-4, 12
Why Count It All Joy?
- Trials produce spiritual _____________________.
- The struggle provides spiritual _____________________.
- The outcome promises an eternal ___________________.
Relevant Quote
“Your sorrow itself shall be turned into joy. Not the sorrow to be taken away, and joy to be put in its place, but the very sorrow which now grieves you shall be turned into joy. God not only takes away the bitterness and gives sweetness in its place, but turns the bitterness into sweetness itself.”
-Charles Spurgeon
FBC 101
FBC 101 is the perfect way to learn more about who we are as a church, and about the church membership process. It is led by our Lead Pastor and Spiritual Formation Pastor, as well as several long-time members of our church.
Next Class: October 18, 3-5:45 pm in Peace Auditorium, dinner included. Childcare provided for birth thru kinder, 3-5 pm, then joining us for dinner. More info: fbcuc.org/101
Discussion Questions
- Why is it so much harder to choose joy during a trial than it is to look back and see the good after it?
- How does it comfort you to know that “all joy” doesn’t mean you can’t feel other emotions like sadness at the same time?
- What is the main difference between situational happiness and a deep, Christ-centered joy?
- In what ways have you seen a difficult season build up your spiritual maturity or endurance? What can happen to our faith if we never face a trial?
- What is the difference between a Christian who is unscarred and one who is scarred but deeply rooted? How can our own visible “scars” be used by God to encourage others in the church?
- What is one practical thing you can do this week to make sure your “tree” is staying fed by the Word of God?
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