Repurposing Loss

By Rick Bayer, August 15, 2021

John 12:24 ESV

Truly, truly, I say to you, unless a grain of wheat falls into the earth and dies, it remains alone; but if it dies, it bears much fruit.

Pay attention to your

The moon will be as bright as the sun, and the sun will be seven times brighter—like the light of seven days in one! So it will be when the Lord begins to heal his people and cure the wounds he gave them. Isaiah 30:26 NLT

The LORD regretted that he had made human beings on the earth, and his heart was deeply troubled. Genesis 6:6 NIV

Respond to God who is birthing

Truly, truly, I say to you, unless a grain of wheat falls into the earth and dies, it remains alone; but if it dies, it bears much fruit. John 12:24 ESV

What has God taught you during the pandemic?

Pay attention to your when you are waiting.

Not only so, but we also glory in our sufferings, because we know that suffering produces perseverance; perseverance, character; and character, hope. Romans 5:3-4 NIV

Questions for personal reflection and/or Discipleship Group:

Opener:

  • In what area of your life do you tend to be a “control freak”?

Go to the Source:

  • Read John 12:24. What has died within you the last 18 months, and what is God giving birth to?

Live it out:

  • What are you holding onto right now that is preventing you from living in the new life God has for you?