Lament. We’ve talked about it. We love it. Let’s dig deeper than we ever have into it on this episode.

If we don’t lament, what kind of people will we be?

Is there a line of honesty with God we shouldn’t cross?

​How do we really do it?

​Pastor and author, Mark Vroegop, guides us through these questions and more with wisdom that can only come from someone who has suffered much, and has found his way out of the darkness by singing the minor key tune of lament.

Hear his story and practical care for our souls during today’s conversation.

Highlights: 
“People who know how to lament are comfortable with saying less or nothing. They intuitively have a heart that is oriented toward empathy. They don’t panic when their friend says something that is edgy or a little scary.” –Mark Vroegop

“Lament is not just crying. Lament is talking to God about what causes the crying.” –Mark Vroegop

“One out of every three songs in the official songbook of God’s people–songs that had music and were sung–reflect this sort of minor key [lament] tune. We are not only unfamiliar with lament, but our churches are generally lament-light.” –Mark Vroegop

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Do the Next Thing:
Read his article “Strong Churches Speak the Language of Lament” on Gospel Coalition
Read his article “Dare to Hope in God: How to Lament Well” on Desiring God
Read his book Dark Clouds, Deep Mercy: Discovering the Grace of Lament
That Facebook site for our podcast we mention? Join the conversation here!
Listen to Laurie’s “How to Lament” in the face of pushback talk

Question of the Week for Next Week:
What is something God has been teaching you lately and through what media? (Devotional, book, life experience, podcast, your version of suffering in this season…)