LAMENTATIONS: NOT FORSAKEN

Sunday we will begin a new series in the book of Lamentations with the theme, “Not Forsaken.” The author, Jeremiah, laments the fall of the Southern nation of Israel, Judah, and particularly the destruction of Jerusalem. The five poems express the loss experienced by the people of God for their sin and declares that God is just in his discipline of the nation. It also examines that discipline, questioning if it was excessive.
 
It explores the question of whether God has forsaken his people. God’s chastening often feels like rejection, but Jeremiah affirms that God is merciful and faithful. As we approach our Easter celebration, we are reminded that Jesus was forsaken so that we could be received, adopted into God’s family. The resurrection gives us assurance that God is merciful and faithful, that he never forsakes his children!
 
So, join us Sunday and hear consolation from God to his children.