The Summit Church

Use this space to take notes.

What’s something you were really looking forward to… that didn’t quite live up to the hype?

Jesus said, “Here on earth you will have many trials and sorrows.” (John 16:33)
How does knowing that disappointment is expected—not avoided—even for followers of Jesus shape the way you respond to it?

What stands out to you about David’s honesty with God, and how does his example challenge the way we usually handle disappointment?

During the message this week, Pastor Jonathan touched on the idea of “lament”—bringing our disappointment honestly to God rather than ignoring or minimizing it.
Why is it sometimes difficult to sit with disappointment or express it openly, especially in faith settings?

Looking back, how has disappointment played a role in shaping your faith—either strengthening it or exposing areas of struggle?

If hope isn’t tied to outcomes but to a Person—Jesus—what does it look like to choose hope in Him even when circumstances haven’t changed yet?

Closing Prayer
God, You see every disappointment we carry—the ones we talk about and the ones we conceal. Help us to be honest with You, to sit with our pain, and to trust that You are at work even when we don’t understand. Strengthen our faith, anchor our hope in You, and remind us that this is not the end of our story. Give us courage to keep trusting, and comfort us with Your presence. Amen.