Suffering is inevitable—but the Bible gives us hope.

In this episode of Sound Reads, we recommend books that help believers understand suffering through the lens of God’s sovereignty. These are resources that don’t offer quick fixes but guide readers to trust the Lord, rest in His promises, and persevere in faith.

Episodes mentioned:

• https://youtu.be/5G3hQCdOspY

• https://youtu.be/DzlFczogmN0

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• https://bit.ly/swp-suffering

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Sound Words is a ministry of Indian Hills Community Church, a Bible teaching church in Lincoln, NE.

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Some books leave a mark that never fades.

In this episode of Sound Reads, Pastor Rick Holland of Mission Road Bible Church shares the books that have shaped his relationship with Christ, especially in seasons of trial, growth, and renewal. These resources inspire deeper love, obedience, and faithfulness.

Resources mentioned in this episode: https://bit.ly/swp-books-on-sanctification

00:00 Welcome to the Sound Words Podcast
01:19 Books That Impact our Walk With Christ
04:47 How God's Character Changes the Christian
07:03 Transforming Themes
09:24 "Books Don't Change Your Life, Paragraphs Do"
12:04 "Trusting God" During Difficult Times
14:44 Books that Anchor the Soul
18:36 Martin Luther's Commentary on Galatians
20:00 How Rick Holland Reads

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Sound Words is a ministry of Indian Hills Community Church, a Bible teaching church in Lincoln, NE.

Sound Words is also a partner of Foundations Media, a collective of Christian creators passionate about promoting biblical theology and applying it to everyday life. Learn more at https://foundationsmedia.org.

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Church history isn’t just for scholars—it’s for every believer.

In this episode of Sound Reads, Dr. Matthew Shrader of Central Baptist Theological Seminary joins us to share books that bring church history to life. Discover why understanding the past helps us stay rooted in the truth and stand firm in the faith once for all delivered to the saints.

00:00 Welcome to the Sound Words Podcast
02:02 "Not just names and dates"
07:35 Understand God's Work Throughout History
12:57 Overlooked Aspects of Church History
15:20 Why Church History is Important Today
20:50 Church History and Praising God
24:15 How to Start Studying Church History
26:56 Preferred Ways of Reading

Resources mentioned in this episode: https://bit.ly/swp-church-history

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Sound Words is a ministry of Indian Hills Community Church, a Bible teaching church in Lincoln, NE.

Sound Words is also a partner of Foundations Media, a collective of Christian creators passionate about promoting biblical theology and applying it to everyday life. Learn more at https://foundationsmedia.org.

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