Bible
Suffering Its Meaning for the Spirit-Filled Life Craig S. Keener
Suffering is an undeniable aspect of life. In this book, New Testa- ment scholar Craig Keener delves into the perennial question of hardship, offering a biblical understanding of suffering and resil- ience. Balancing insightful exposition of Scripture with compelling stories of Christians worldwide who have faced trials for their faith, Keener reveals how believers can endure by the power of the Holy Spirit. This book is rooted in a charismatic perspective yet is broadly applicable, offering readers hope and meaning in the midst of suffering and reminding them of their ultimate hope in the new creation. Professors, students, church leaders, and anyone seeking to understand suffering within the context of a Spirit-filled life will benefit from this illuminating study. “The subject of suffering needs to be studied, taught, and kept on the front burner of our faith. Many have lost their way from God for want of biblical teaching on the subject. This book is a signifi - cant contribution in this area. —Most Rev. Dr. Benjamin A. Kwashi, former archbishop of the Ecclesiastical Province of Jos in the Anglican Church of Nigeria “I cannot recommend this book highly enough . Everybody should read it, whether Christian or non-Christian, whether charismatic or non-charismatic. No one will be the same after reading this book.” —R. T. Kendall, former Senior Minister, Westminster Chapel (1977–2002) “A wonderful resource that teaches us how to endure trial, persecution, and suffering. It is packed full of insights from Scripture along with difficult but profound stories of those who have given their lives for the sake of the gospel.” —Bill Johnson, senior leader, Bethel Church, Redding, California; author of Removing the Sting of Death and God Is Good
NOVEMBER 2025 • 288 pages • $26.99 • paper • 9781540969439
Craig S. Keener (PhD, Duke University) is F. M. and Ada Thompson Professor of Biblical Studies at Asbury Theological Seminary and writes at www.CraigKeener.com. He is the author of thirty-eight books, including a four-volume commentary on Acts and com- mentaries on Matthew, John, Romans, 1–2 Corinthians, Galatians, 1 Peter, and Revelation. He is married to Dr. Médine Moussounga Keener, who was a refugee in her home country of Congo for eighteen months.
CONTENTS
Introduction
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Jesus Is Worth Everything
2. Apostles and Suffering 3. Biblical Prophets and Suffering 4. “Ordinary” Christians and Suffering 5. Sharing with Jesus in Suffering 6. Learning from the Persecuted Church 7. In Sickness and in Health 8. For Richer, for Poorer 9. Examples of Other Kinds of Hardships
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10. Suffering in God’s Will 11. Rejoicing in Suffering 12. Conclusion: Overcomers Appendix Index
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