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Helping worshipers, intercessors and leaders experience and host the presence of God - because God's presence changes everything. Featuring interviews with leaders of worship & prayer ministries and Bible teachings on topics such as prophetic worship, intercessory prayer, global missions, unity in the Church, revival and the tabernacle of David. Hosted by Matthew Lilley.
Learning To Weep With Those Who Weep: A Conversation with Weslea Pierson, Jonathan Friz, and Matthew Lilley (Episode 158)
The Presence Pioneers Podcast with Matthew Lilley
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2 months ago
Learning To Weep With Those Who Weep: A Conversation with Weslea Pierson, Jonathan Friz, and Matthew Lilley (Episode 158)
In this episode, Matthew Lilley, Jonathan Friz, and Weslea Pierson discuss the often-overlooked topic of grief within the church. They explore how grief is a gift from God, the importance of learning to grieve well, and how to support those who are mourning.
Weslea shares her personal journey through pain, healing, and the tension between experiencing miracles and mourning. The conversation emphasizes the need for empathy, understanding, and creating space for those in grief, highlighting that true comfort comes from experiencing God's presence in our pain.
The conversation explores the complexities of grief, faith, and the importance of lament in worship. They discuss personal experiences with waiting and how it tests faith, the significance of community support during grief, and practical approaches to comforting those who are grieving.
These important topics are expounded on in Weslea’s brand new book, To Weep With Those Who Weep, which is available now! Get your copy here:
https://presencepioneers.org/store/to-weep-with-those-who-weep/
🔑 KEY TAKEAWAYS FROM THIS EPISODE 🔑
➡️Grief is a gift from God.
➡️The church often struggles with how to respond to grief.
➡️Experiencing pain can deepen our understanding of God's comfort.
➡️We need to learn how to grieve well and help others do the same.
➡️Miracles and mourning can coexist in our faith journey.
➡️Jesus wept over Lazarus, showing us the importance of empathy in grief.
➡️It's essential to create space for those who are grieving to express their feelings.
➡️Less is more when comforting someone in pain; listening is key. We often rush to fill silence with words instead of allowing space for grief.
➡️God welcomes our raw emotions, including anger and frustration.
➡️Lament is a significant aspect of worship and prayer.
➡️Communities often lack rituals for grieving, leading to isolation.
➡️The journey of grief is unique and requires personal reflection.
📚 FREE E-BOOK ON FASTING & PRAYER 📚
The Dance and The Dirge: The Pain and Pleasure of Prayer and Fasting by Jonathan Friz and Matthew Lilley: https://presencepioneers.media/p/the-dance-and-the-dirge
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The Presence Pioneers Podcast with Matthew Lilley
Helping worshipers, intercessors and leaders experience and host the presence of God - because God's presence changes everything. Featuring interviews with leaders of worship & prayer ministries and Bible teachings on topics such as prophetic worship, intercessory prayer, global missions, unity in the Church, revival and the tabernacle of David. Hosted by Matthew Lilley.
