The Promise in Broken Joy | Draw Near to God (19)
In the depths of our sorrow and weeping, God restores. This week, Ptr. Jared Co uses Psalm 126 to show how our broken joy can be the seeds from which even deeper and greater joy springs forth.
Place Ourselves in the Presence of the Lord
Grab your Bible or have your favorite Bible app ready. Silence your phone and other devices. Be still, calm your mind, and become aware of God’s presence.
Read Today’s Scripture Passage
Psalm 126
Worship the Lord and Listen to the Word
Let us prepare our hearts for worship before we listen to the Word.
Trading My Sorrows
Blessings
The pastor’s message is available in both audio and video.
Discussion Questions
Use these questions to guide your life group discussions or personal reflections.
1. Reflect on your day/week. How are you feeling (Happy, Sad, Worried/Fearful, Angry, etc.)? How is God speaking to you through your emotions?
2. Our present joy has tears. Why was Israel glad? How is v.1 different from v.4? What is your greatest joy? How does Jesus’ redemption bring you joy?
3. Our present joy has promise. Read vv.5-6, how can we be certain of God’s promise of greater joy? What is the psalmist asking God to do? How is the picture of Negeb and sowing help us understand joy?
4. Our promised joy has power. What does it mean to ‘sow in tears’? What are the 2 ways we can sow in tears? In what way is Jesus involved in the lives of other people?
5. How is the Holy Spirit speaking to you through this message?