This sermon “Longing with God” is exploring the biblical story of Abraham and Sarah, focusing on their longing for a child and God’s promise to them. The speaker delves into the emotional journey of Sarah, her initial disbelief and pain, and how God meets her in her vulnerability. The sermon uses this biblical narrative to illustrate how God understands human longing and shows up in unexpected ways, drawing parallels to the speaker’s personal experience with infertility. The message emphasizes that God is near, promises are true, and individuals are not alone in their struggles. This message is central to the community at Westminster Presbyterian in Nashville, Tennessee.
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“Longing With God”
Sixth Sunday after Pentecost
July 20, 2025
Rev. Stephanie Boaz
Psalm 46
1 God is our refuge and strength, a very present[a] help in trouble. 2 Therefore we will not fear, though the earth should change, though the mountains shake in the heart of the sea, 3 though its waters roar and foam, though the mountains tremble with its tumult. Selah 4 There is a river whose streams make glad the city of God, the holy habitation of the Most High. 5 God is in the midst of the city;[b] it shall not be moved; God will help it when the morning dawns. 6 The nations are in an uproar; the kingdoms totter; he utters his voice; the earth melts. 7 The Lord of hosts is with us; the God of Jacob is our refuge.[c] Selah 8 Come, behold the works of the Lord; see what desolations he has brought on the earth. 9 He makes wars cease to the end of the earth; he breaks the bow and shatters the spear; he burns the shields with fire. 10 "Be still, and know that I am God! I am exalted among the nations; I am exalted in the earth." 11 The Lord of hosts is with us; the God of Jacob is our refuge.[d] Selah