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November 21, 2025 | ||
Dear Church Family, How do you deal with heavy subjects, like the loss of a loved one, conflict at work, or dealing with a personal tragedy? Those aren’t things we typically get excited about or seek out, but are still important to work through. They often teach us important lessons and grow and stretch us in essential ways. I just started reading the book of Job, and it’s one that I wasn’t overly excited to start, but felt led to study. It’s a book I’ve read through a number of times and deals with some heavy subjects, like pain and suffering, and why God allows us to go through them. This week, as I read through the first two chapters, a few things stuck out that I wanted to share with you. First, worship can happen at the most unexpected time. We often think of worship as what happens on Sunday mornings at church when we sing. But, all of life should be worship, and sometimes the most powerful worship happens in the most difficult places. Right after receiving the devastating news of the loss of his children, servants, and possessions, Job chooses to worship God. How can you worship God this week, both in the good and the bad, at the expected times and in the unexpected and difficult situations?
Second, we shouldn’t always expect wisdom and sympathy from those close to us when we go through difficult times. After losing so much in chapter one, Job faces the additional difficulty of painful sores from head to toe. Instead of sympathy, Job received foolish advice from his wife. Don’t always expect good from those you love, but always stand for good, even when faced with tragedy.
Third, sometimes the best thing you can do for a friend going through a tough time is to just sit with them in their pain. We often think of Job’s friends in a negative sense, and they surely don’t handle a lot right in the following chapters, but the first thing they do is very commendable. Who is going through a tough time right now? How can you sit with them?
What’s Happening at Gospel Life:Gospel Youth Friendsgiving: Students grade 6th-12th, join us this Sunday, November 23rd from 5pm-7pm for our Friendsgiving! We will share a meal together, play a few games, and remember with thankfulness the incredible blessing God has given us. The Bronleewes will prepare the turkey. You guys bring the sides. If you are willing to help bring a side you can sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C054CA4AD2CA3FF2-60538098-gospel#/Elder Nominations: Thank you for your prayers and participation in nominating Ted Point and Kevin Borror to serve as elders. We’ll have a chance to hear from them in the morning worship service on Sunday, November 30th. If you have any questions about eldership or have any feedback, please contact Pastor Dave. Copies of the Elder Description are available at the Welcome Table at church on Sundays. Upcoming Date: No Youth Group (Nov. 30th), Women’s One Day Retreat & Christmas Party (Dec.13th) Life Groups: If you’re interested in joining a life group, we have several to choose from. You can check them out here: Request Prayer: It’s important for us to be praying for each other as a church! If you ever need prayer, we would love to come alongside you. You can always turn in a prayer request on Sundays using the Connection Card, but you can also submit a prayer request online at any time: This Coming Sunday: Previous Worship Services: | ||
Worship Can Happen at the Most Unexpected Time
