The loss of a loved one is certainly one of the most life altering experiences each of us goes through. It puts us in a “neutral zone,” or place of uncertainty. Good ‘Death,’ Good Grief will touch on life, death and loss. You might like to read Acts 9: 10-19 and Psalm 107: 13-14 and consider the questions below in preparation for worship.
Questions for Reflection:
- Losses come in all shapes and sizes. The litmus test for our strength is often determined by confronting and managing smaller or everyday losses. Draw a timeline of personal and/or family losses. Which ones instructed you most and why?
- Reflect on the Apostle Paul’s loss and recovery in the text from Acts. Speak about his seemingly lightning speed transition and what he did with his encounter. What does/has transition embolden (ed) you to do?
- Have you ever had a “Tuesday with Morrie” kind of friend (s). What would you write about your visits with them? What does “good death” look like?
- Reflect on Michelle’s teaching on Saint John of the Cross. What does it mean to sit with your sorrow? Does God always rescue us from pain?
- What are you at risk of losing today? How will/do you prepare? What does “good grief” look like?
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Pam Pearson
Wonderful sermon. Thank you for helping me through my grief.
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