Grief may steal our joy but there is hope to be found in Jesus.
Talking Points:
- Grief robs you in every area of life- emotionally, relationally and spiritually. Lamentations 3:19-20
- There is hope in remembering – remembering both your loved one and God’s faithfulness. Lamentations 3:21-24
- True healing will only come if you invite Jesus into your suffering. Isaiah 61:3
Discussion:
- Initial reactions to this topic? What jumped out at you?
- Share some of the things you’ve been robbed of since losing your loved one.
- Read Lamentations 3:19-20. Share how bitterness has taken hold of your heart. How has that affected you and your ability to grieve?
- Share your top 3 memories of your loved one. How does remembering special times help you?
- Read Lamentations 3:21-24. Identify all that these verses say about God. How have you seen God’s faithfulness in your life, even in your grief?
- Read Isaiah 61:3. What do you think it means that Jesus can make beauty from ashes? How have you seen God use difficult situations in the past to help you?
- Is there a step you need to take based on today’s topic?
