Lament. Is that a word that you are familiar with? Before Jackson died, it wasn't a word that I thought much about. But in grief, the examples in Scripture of Biblical lament have really resonated with me. Lament IS releasing our emotions as we cry out to the Lord, but it goes further - it also includes asking for God's help to respond in trust and worship. Lament helps us focus on God’s character and promises while still acknowledging the pain and struggle.
My guest today, Molly Huffman, has experienced deep lament. And, by God's grace, she would say that it has been a key tool in her fight for JOY. This fight has been brutal and hard fought for Molly because she has suffered some terrible losses, one after another. But, although her story is heartbreaking, it is similtaneously encouraging. As Molly shares her story, she gives powerful and beautiful testimony of just how worthy God is to be trusted EVEN IN the midst of horrific circumstances. Even when your life and your dreams fall apart.
I'm grateful for this conversation with my friend Molly and I hope it leaves you hopeful and encouraged.
*The Fighting for Joy Podcast is sponsored by Faithful Counseling, an online Christian counseling service that pairs you with a professional licensed therapist who will combine Biblical wisdom with their clinical expertise in mental health to help you address your unique situation. As a Fighting for Joy listener, you can receive 10% off at: faithfulcounseling.com/fightingforjoy. Quality counseling is a worthy investment and can be such a powerful tool in the fight for joy!
Episode 83: Fighting for Joy by Making Room to Breathe
Episode 82: Fighting for Joy with Systems and Routines
Episode 81: Easter Re-release: Fighting for Joy with Family
Episode 80: Fighting for Joy in Sobriety
Episode 79: Fighting for Joy: From Pain to Peace
Episode 78: It's Never Too Late to Start Fighting for Joy
Episode 77: Fighting for Joy in the Early Days of Grief
Episode 76: A Re-release for the New Year: Episode 5 - Our Empty Spaces
Episode 75: Fighting for Joy through Trauma
Episode 74: Fighting for Joy with Hospitality
Episode 73: Fighting for Joy with Forgiveness
Episode 72: Fighting for Joy in the Aftermath of Divorce
Episode 71: Fighting for Joy: From Chains to Chosen
Episode 70: Season 6 Intro!
Episode 69: Summer Re-release: Episode 13 - Fighting for Joy with Counseling
Episode 68: Summer Re-release: Episode 5 - Our Empty Spaces
Episode 67: Summer Re-release: Episode 1 - Our Story
Episode 66: Perfectionism - Listener Q&A
Episode 65: Fighting for Joy When Hard Things Keep Happening
Episode 64: Fighting for Joy through Menopause
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