"Dark Clouds, Deep Mercy: Discovering the Grace of Lament" *

*our new teaching series inspired by and adapted from Mark Vroegop's book of the same title.

Resources for Further Study

• BOOK: Dark Clouds, Deep Mercy by Mark Vroegop - buy on Amazon
• BOOK: Thinking Right When Things Go Wrong by John Hutchison - Amazon
• BIBLE READING PLAN: If you use the YouVersion Bible app by Life.Church, you might want to look for the "Learning to Lament" 5-day devotional.
• PODCAST: The Gospel Coalition podcast episode #77 entitled "Discover the Grace of Lament" is a one-hour talk featuring the author, Mark Vroegop.
• VIDEO: Dark Clouds, Deep Mercy author speaking at EFCA Theology Conference - "The Psalms & Christian Lament"

Week #2 Reflection Questions (adapted from the book listed above)

1. Before this week's message, what was your perspective on complaining to God?
2. Why is complaint a central component of lament prayers?
3. What was surprising abou the "why" and "how" questions from the Psalms? What was comforting and encouraging about those examples?
4. What are some reasons Christians are reluctant to voice their complaints to God in prayer?
5. How is complaining the right way spiritually helpful?
6. Make a list of the kinds of complaints you have or should have taken to the Lord.
7. Take some time to thank God for allowing us to be honest with Him.
8. When is complaint sinful and wrong?
9. Is there a complaint that you need to humbly offer to the Lord today?