I. Four Ways Paul Suffered
A. “Afflicted” means pressed in.
B. “Perplexed” portrays anxiety.
C. “Persecuted” brings violence to mind.
D. “Struck down” shows a mental or emotional position.
II. Paul Refused to Give Up
A. Notice the opposite of the suffering.
B. The glorious gospel includes understanding death.
C. Death produces “life”.
Message: Suffering IS worth it.