Lament

August 25, 2024

Series: A Closer Look

Book: Lamentations

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This week’s sermon by Pastor Mark Deering focuses on the concept of lament in the Bible, particularly examining Lamentations 3:22–24. Pastor Mark explains that lament is a way to express grief, confusion, and protest to God, and is an important part of spiritual formation. He emphasizes that true lament always ends with hope, distinguishing it from mere complaining. He uses the example of Jeremiah lamenting over Jerusalem’s destruction to illustrate how one can declare God’s faithfulness even in dire circumstances. Pastor Mark encourages us to practice lament as a spiritual discipline, especially in preparation for the upcoming political season, and suggests ways to incorporate lament into personal spiritual practices.