Lessons From the Valley

I. COMMON TEMPTATIONS PRESUPPOSED
(a.) To complain against God
(b.) To grovel in despair
(c.) To run away from our problems
(d.) To curse our enemies

II. CLEAR OBSERVATIONS PRESENTED
(a.) Trace God's hand in the matter
(b.) Trust God's heart in the matter
(c.) Talk to God about the matter
(d.) Leave the matter with God to work for our good

III. CRITICAL CONCLUSIONS TO GLEAN
(a.) A command to obey
(b.) A consolation to enjoy