A guided journey through Kenneth Boa and Jenny Abel's book on how God uses life's hardships to shape us, and to prepare us for our eternal home.

What's inside

• Twelve modules and 45 guided lessons, drawn from the apostle Peter's first letter
• A video welcome from Ken Boa, and seven short video testimonies from people who have walked through suffering, including cancer, the loss of a child, infertility, and persecution
• Three downloads to keep: Psalms of Lament, Scripture for an Eternal Perspective and Ken's Four Whys of Pain card.
• A self-check quiz and guided reflection questions in every module
• A certificate of completion when you finish

Learn at your own pace

This is a self-paced course, designed to fit real life. There's no schedule and no clock — start when you like, pause anytime, and pick up right where you left off. Most lessons take about 10 to 15 minutes, so you can move a little each day or settle in for a longer sitting. And your access never expires: you have lifetime access and can return to the course whenever you wish — including in the seasons when you'll need it most.

What you'll explore

1. Introduction
2. The Crucible of Suffering
3. The Alchemy of Grace
4. A Living Hope
5. A Present Joy
6. Preparing to Suffer
7. Imitating Christ
8. Submitting to God
9. Submitting to Authority
10. Ministering to Others
11. An Eternal Glory
12. A Clear Calling

Who it's for

Anyone walking through a hard season — or bracing for one — and anyone who wants to come alongside a friend or loved one who is suffering. Whether you're facing grief, illness, loss, or pressure for your faith, or you simply want to be ready before trials come, this course meets you where you are. No prior study is required; each module stands on its own and builds gently on the last.