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This year, the juxtaposition between the Easter resurrection and our reality couldn't be more stark. Unsure of what tomorrow will bring let us remember Christ's command "Do not be afraid. Go and tell" (Matthew 28:10). May you continue to be used to bring this gospel message of comfort and hope that the world so greatly needs.
This article, originally written by Dr. John Witvliet, is adapted to help us lament through the Psalms in times of crisis, particularly in light of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Pastor and theologian Walter Brueggemann offers a few theological reflections on lament and grief and encourages us to find our own voice in the lament Psalms.
The Psalms are full of lament. This preaching series, not limited to the Lent season, guides God's people to lament and to weep and wonder, Where is God?
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After Easter: A Series for Ascension, Pentecost, Trinity Sunday—and Beyond Let's not lose sight of the significance of the important Sundays of the church year after Easter and the unique opportunities for teaching and worship they afford. These days hold big theological themes that are relevant to our own lives and for the whole world.
Made New: Easter to Ascension How do we balance our joyful celebration of Christ's resurrection with the enduring reality of our fallen world? The answer lies in the gospel we proclaim—a gospel of transformation.
Ten Reasons to Celebrate Ascension Day Why does Ascension Day matter? We don't celebrate it anymore, and I need to give my congregation a better rationale for why we should.
A Hymn and a Prayer for Ascension Day A contemporary hymn (sung or read as poetry) and a Scripture-based prayer for an Ascension Day service suitable for both in-person or online gatherings.
By Robert C. DeVries and Susan J. Zonnebelt-Smeenge
Church communities deal with life and death on a continual basis. Grief is commonplace among God's people. This article includes some suggestions for incorporating the realities of grief and bereavement in worship.
It is our challenge, as worship leaders, to continue to cry out to God, to continue to expect an answer, and therefore continue to live in hope, trusting that our good, powerful, and just God does indeed reign.
When you're tired, grumpy, or grieving, don't try to bury your feelings. Remember that God desires to commune with your authentic self, not some image of what you "should" be. By acknowledging the disjuncture of your worship ideals and your circumstances, you might find yourself worshiping where you are—in a new place.
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