Sermon Series: Good Grief
Experiencing loss is one of the hardest things people face. Whether it’s the loss of a loved one, the loss of a job, the loss of a dream you once had; the result can be a time of extended grief. Sometimes as Christians we may be tempted to think that we shouldn’t grieve. Or at least, it should be brief. But over the next four weeks we’ll look together at God’s teaching in scripture that helps us to understand that grieving can be good for our soul. Good Grief brings healing. Guided by scripture and the work the work of Kenneth C. Haugk, the founder of Stephen Ministries, we will face our grief and embrace the healing that comes from Jesus.
February 27 – Rebuilding and Remembering
Memories can often bring back a flood of emotions. We may want to forget, so as to shield ourselves from the pain. But in God’s own time, the memories can begin to bring peace rather than pain. The wound of a loss can heal, even through it leaves a scar. And one day we can look on the scar and remember with gratitude the healing that God brought.
Jeremiah 31:13
13 Then shall the young women rejoice in the dance,
and the young men and the old shall be merry.
I will turn their mourning into joy,
I will comfort them, and give them gladness for sorrow.