Evergreen Christian Community

Lamentations 3:22-26Big Idea: Through honest lament and unwavering trust, we find hope in the midst of suffering.The pain and suffering of the individual does not go unnoticed by God.1. Acknowledge Your Pain Lamentations 3:1-3Lamentations 3:17-182. Talk Yourself into It Lamentations 3:21Jeremiah 17:9-10We move in the direction of our predominant thoughts.Lamentations 3:22-23"Great is Your faithfulness" was a declaration not based on what he felt; it was based on what he knew."Ten thousand mercies are forgotten in the presence of a single trifling moment."  - C. H. Mackintosh 3. Cultivate a Willingness to Wait Lamentations 3:24-26There are three answers to prayer God always gives: Yes, No, Not Yet.Response:• Do not disassociate from lament. • Hold fast to the truth. • Wait upon the Lord. DISCOVERY BIBLE STUDY► Study passage: 1 Peter 5:10-11► Connection questions:1. What are you thankful for?2. What is a challenge you are facing?3. How did you do with last week’s “I will” statement?► Have at least one member of