Problem Worthy of Lament

a. Complain
b. Gossip
c. Ruminate
d. Kick the dog verbally

Or

e. Honest Prayer
f. Read Scripture
g. Journaling
h. Small Group Support
i. Seek Advice

Presence Worthy of HOPE

HOPE – remembering What Jesus Did for Us

Pity Worthy of Reflection

We all know how to suffer and feel pitiful – let’s find some hopeful alternative

Pledge Worthy of Praise

Some feeble attempts to help you say thanks in the daze of angst
• Avoid spiritual platitudes or empty promises
• Avoid negative inputs – doom scrolling
• Remember the scriptures you have read/memorized
• Celebrate citizenship in heavenly Kingdom not the USA!
• Remember Basic Theology

“He is still sovereign. He still knows my name. Angels still respond to his call. The hearts of rulers still bend at his bidding. The death of Jesus still saves souls. The Spirit of God still indwells saints. Heaven is still only heartbeats away. The grave is still temporary housing. God is still faithful. He is not caught off guard.” Max Lucado

Promise Worthy of Framing

“Do not focus on the circumstances that are weighing you down. Instead, through eyes of faith, look ahead to brighter times, and praise Me for them. While you worship Me in the midst of darkness, I enable you to see the first gleam of dawn on the path before you.” Sarah Young