Learning the Language of Lament | Psalm 13 | Pastor Jim Hanna

Jun 7, 2026    Jim Hanna

What is your "How long, O Lord" prayer? 🙏

In this message from Psalm 13, guest speaker Jim walks us through the ancient—and often forgotten—practice of biblical lament: the honest, faith-filled cry to God in seasons of waiting, pain, and delay.

Whether you're battling a long-term illness, a wayward child, a financial struggle, anxiety, or simply wondering if God is still listening, this message is for you. Lament isn't the opposite of faith. It's one of its deepest expressions.

In this message, you'll discover:


Why one-third of the Psalms are psalms of lament

How David moved from anguish to authentic praise in just 6 verses

The Hebrew word hesed — God's unfailing love — and why it changes everything

Practical steps to write or pray your own psalm of lament


đź“– Scripture: Psalm 13

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