3-2-1 Sunday: Better in Pain

Embracing your Humanity

written by Lena Jennings | read on 321sunday.com

Happy 3-2-1 Sunday,

Here are 3 sermon notes, 2 quotes, & 1 question to consider this week.

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3 Sermon Notes

I.

You are human. God created you that way, and it's okay to not have all the answers or be strong all the time. Doubt, fear, confusion, and even weakness are part of the human experience. Don't judge yourself for these feelings; instead, turn to God in those moments. He understands your struggles and offers His strength and guidance. Remember, the heart of the Gospel is that God loves you unconditionally, just as you are.

You don't have to carry the weight of the world on your shoulders or have everything figured out. Lean into your faith, knowing that God is with you every step of the way. You are human, and that's exactly how God intended you to be.

Source: Rags to Righteous!

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II.

Sometimes you’re better in pain than you are in power because pain brings stuff out of you.

Your power is found in the pain. It's in the nights you cried, the nights you went without, the moments you've suffered. In the pain, you learn about who you are, who God is, and the glory connected to your identity.

Source: The Famine Won’t Last

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III.

Naomi responded to pain and trauma by isolation. So she pushes everybody away who would love her because isolation is the way we punish ourselves for not feeling valuable enough.

We push ourselves because we either don’t trust people or think of ourselves worthy of the love they offer. It’s fine if you give it because as long as you’re giving it you’re in control.

Source: The Famine Won’t Last

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2 Quotes

I.

"If you attend a football game this year, you'll notice that no one tackles a player unless they have the ball. But when they do get the ball, they tackle them hard because of their potential to score. They do this because if they let the player run free, they might make a big play and lead their team to the playoffs. So remember, if you're getting tackled, it's because you have the ball and you're a threat. Get up and keep playing." - Sadie Robertson Huff

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II.

"Most of the Bible stories we love to read are ones we would have hated to live.

I love hearing about Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego, but I don’t want to be neither of the three being thrown into the fire. I like hearing about the lions that Daniel slept among, but I wouldn't want one for a pillow.” - Gia Peppers

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1 Question

What area are you believing God to move in your life?

There's still more God is doing within your story.

Until next week,