A Gallup poll quizzed church-goers on what sermon topics they found most useful.  Dealing with adversity and coping with grief were at the top of the list.  No wonder. 

I recently spoke with a member who, in the space of a few months, lost both his parents.  His partner fell down a flight of stairs.  His job was terminated.  This morning’s talk draws on the ancient book of Job for a bit of insight on how to survive and thrive when bad things happen.