SERMON NOTES 

Grounded Pt. 1 – Grounded by Grief 

Scripture Focus: Job 1:13–22 

SERIES OVERVIEW: 

"Grounded: What’s Weighing You Down?" is a series about releasing the emotional and spiritual burdens that keep us stuck. In this message, we learn how grief, when left unchecked, can weigh us down—but God wants to heal and restore us.

MAIN IDEA: 

Grief is real—but so is God’s healing. We don’t have to carry grief alone. When we surrender it to God, He meets us with comfort and restoration.

KEY SCRIPTURE: 

Job 1:20–21 – “Then Job arose and tore his robe and shaved his head, and he fell to the ground and worshiped. He said, 'Naked I came from my mother’s womb, and naked I shall return there. The Lord gave and the Lord has taken away. Blessed be the name of the Lord.’”

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I. WHAT IS GRIEF? 

Grief is emotional suffering caused by loss—of a person, relationship, health, job, or dream.

> Grief is not just about death. It is the result of any meaningful loss.

John 11:35 – “Jesus wept.”

Job experienced layers of loss—possessions, family, and health—and responded by worshiping. Grief is not weakness—it is human.

FOUR THINGS TO KNOW ABOUT GRIEF: 

1. Grief is Natural – Everyone will experience grief. Even Jesus grieved. 

2. Grief is Expected – Life brings change and loss. We can’t avoid grief, but God can carry us through it. 

3. Grief is a Reaction – It comes in waves and sometimes catches us off guard. 

4. Grief is the Result of Loss– Any significant loss can cause grief. It is valid, and it looks different for everyone.

1 Thessalonians 4:13 – We do grieve, but not without hope.

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II. WHY DID JOB ENCOUNTER GRIEF? 

Job’s suffering wasn’t punishment—it was a test allowed by God.

> Sometimes we don’t understand the “why,” but we can still trust God’s “who.” He is sovereign.

Job 2:10 – “Shall we indeed accept good from God and not accept adversity?”

Grief is not always the result of sin or failure. God allows trials, but He is still in control.

Key Truth: 

> The devil cannot go any further than God allows.

Quotes on God’s Sovereignty: 

- “God owns what He makes, and He rules what He owns.” – R.C. Sproul

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III. HOW SHOULD WE RESPOND TO LOSS?

1. Go Ahead and Grieve

It’s okay to feel sorrow. Don’t suppress it. Healing begins with honesty. 

Matthew 5:4 – “Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted.”

2. Recognize the Sovereignty of God 

God is in control—even when we aren’t. 

Job 42:2 – “I know that You can do all things…”

3. Invoke the Presence of God Through Worship 

Job worshiped even in his pain. Worship isn’t denial—it’s declaration. 

Hebrews 4:16 – “Let us draw near with confidence…”

4. Expect Victory Over Grief

God is our Redeemer, and He has the final say. 

 Job 19:25 – “I know that my Redeemer lives…”

5. Focus on the Future God Has For You

Grief doesn’t last forever. God restores. 

Jeremiah 29:11 – “Plans to give you a future and a hope.”

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CLOSING STORY – The Violin Maker 

A master violin maker lost everything in a fire—except one scorched, broken violin. While others would have discarded it, the master restored it. And when he played it again, it sounded more beautiful than ever—because it had been through the fire and rebuilt by the hands of the master.

So it is with you.

Psalm 30:5 – “Weeping may endure for a night, but joy comes in the morning.”

2 Corinthians 1:3–4 – God comforts us so we can comfort others.

Romans 8:28 – “God causes all things to work together for good…”

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FINAL TAKEAWAY: 

You may be broken, but you are not discarded. God sees you, loves you, and will restore you.

This week: Lay down the baggage of grief. God is your comforter, your Redeemer, and your restorer.