Vinelife Church Podcast

This sermon was recorded at a Sunday morning gathering at Church of the Lookout in Longmont, Colorado.Speaker — Luke HumbrechtVisit Our Website — https://thelookout.churchTake Your Next Step--- https://thelookout.church/connectConnect with Us --- https://thelookout.church/newGive to Support the Ministry --- https://thelookout.church/giveCan we truly reconcile the jubilance of Christmas with the stark reality of war and injustice in the birthplace of Jesus? This episode will take you on a poignant journey between these contrasting worlds, drawing from the profound teachings of Jeremiah 33 and Isaiah 65. We'll grapple with the haunting image of a nativity scene set amidst the rubble and tear gas of Bethlehem, Palestine, challenging ourselves to find joy in the midst of sorrow. Remember, it's in these moments of struggle that we learn to value God's promise of replacing mourning with joy.Ever considered sadness as a gift? We're going to challenge the societal norm of avoiding grief and loss,