Grief Series: Hope Changes Everything

This sermon emphasizes the transformative power of hope, particularly as it pertains to grief and loss. Drawing from 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18, the sermon underscores that Christians grieve differently because of their hope in Christ's promises. While grief over the loss of loved ones is natural, believers find comfort in the assurance that Jesus will return, bringing with Him those who have died in faith. This hope, grounded in the death and resurrection of Christ, assures believers of a future reunion with their loved ones. The sermon illustrates this by reflecting on stories of grief, including Job’s suffering and the personal tragedy of Horatio Spafford, who wrote the hymn "It Is Well with My Soul" after losing his daughters at sea.