Sermon Title: Hope in Brokenness
February 2, 2025
Key Scriptures: John 3:16, Philippians 1:29

1. God's Love in Our Brokenness
• Key Scripture: John 3:16
• God's love is active, sacrificial, and unconditional, reaching us no matter how broken we feel.
• Even in moments of pain and doubt, His love remains steadfast, offering hope and redemption.
• Reflection: Are there areas in your life where you feel unworthy of God’s love? Remember, His love is constant and transformative.

2. Suffering as Part of the Christian Journey
• Key Scripture: Philippians 1:29
• Following Christ involves both belief in Him and sharing in His sufferings.
• Suffering refines our character, strips away self-sufficiency, and deepens our dependence on God.
• Reflection: How has God used seasons of suffering in your life to draw you closer to Him or to shape your character?

3. God's Power of Deliverance
• Key Scripture: Psalm 34:17
• God hears our cries and delivers us, though His deliverance often comes in His perfect timing rather than our own.
• Deliverance may be immediate or gradual, requiring faith, trust, and perseverance through the process.
• Reflection: What deliverance are you seeking today? Trust that God is working, even when it isn’t immediately visible.

4. God’s Plan and Purpose in Brokenness
• Key Scripture: Jeremiah 29:11
• God has a purpose for every season of our lives, even in trials and brokenness.
• Biblical examples like Moses, David, and Paul show that God uses flawed, broken people for His glory.
• Reflection: How can God use your testimony of brokenness to reach others and glorify Him?