Connection Point Podcast

In this message, Pastor Zach Maddox shares why it is important that we embrace loss as followers of Jesus. Our prayer is that this message encourages you to grow your soul by embracing loss. Notes: Theme: Why must we embrace loss as followers of Jesus? Life Change Goal: Our prayer is that this message encourages you to grow your soul by embracing loss and experiencing resurrection. Text: John 12:24-26 (ESV) We must embrace loss or else we lose our humanity. Common defenses: denial, minimizing, blaming others, blaming ourselves, rationalizing, distractions, and hostility. We can embrace loss through healthy grieving. Pay attention - Job 6:2-4 (NLT) Actively wait in the confusing in-between. Embrace the gift of our limits. Climb the ladder of humility. A fear of God and mindfulness of Him. Doing God’s will (not our own). Willing to subject ourselves to the direction of others. Patient to acce