In a world that often worships the “God of Mammon”—celebrating triumph, power, and material success—have we, as believers, lost a vital spiritual practice? In this compelling episode, Michelle Harding from Church of the King in Easton, Maryland, issues a passionate call for the church to rediscover the biblical power of lament.
Moving beyond the perception that lament is a sign of weak faith, Michelle proclaims it as a profound expression of Christ-centered solidarity. She invites us to experience the fullness of God by engaging with Him not only in victory but amid our shared human misery, reminding us that Christ is present there, too.
Grounded in the truth that God reconciled the world to Himself in Christ, this sermon challenges us to see lament as a selfless act: pouring out our hearts for the sake of others. With the prophet Jeremiah as a guide, Michelle points us toward the piercing relevance of his message, even recommending we read his “Temple Sermon” (Jeremiah 7) for ourselves to understand God’s heart-sick response to self-righteousness and apathy.
This is not a message of argument, but of proclamation—a call to embody God’s word in a broken world. Through the practice of Christ-centered lament, we participate in God’s healing work, becoming agents of the true “Balm of Gilead” for a chaotic and hurting world.
Key Themes:
Lament, Prophetic Ministry, Solidarity, Christ’s Presence, Spiritual Practices, Jeremiah, Hope, Healing.
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