Shaped by Sorrow, But Living in Hope

As we continue with our “Psalms of Ascents” series, we come to Psalm 126, which begins with the Psalmist either remembering a past or imagining a future where God has restored his people from captivity and back to a life of favor, blessing, and joy. It continues with a prayer for that same restoration again and a reflection that as we walk through extended times of longing and sadness and tears, we still sow seed in hope of a future harvest. Sorrow is real, but despair is not an option. Come out this Sunday and bring a friend as we consider what it is to be shaped by sorrow but living in hope.