When You Can't Solve It…

hat do you do when you can’t solve it—when grief, pain, or problems leave you at the end of your strength? In this deeply personal and timely sermon from 2 Kings 5, we follow the story of Naaman, a powerful warrior plagued by an incurable disease, and discover how God works transformation not through power or pride—but through humility, surrender, and unexpected obedience.

The message is also woven with the fresh grief of the tragic loss of Caden Clay, a beloved young member of the church family. His life and faith become a backdrop to a deeper spiritual reflection: What does it look like to face the impossible with faith?

From Naaman’s journey—and from our own experiences—we learn three powerful truths:

Discard Your Assumptions
Naaman almost missed his healing because he expected God to work in a specific, spectacular way. We often do the same—demanding that God fix our pain our way. But God often brings healing through means we would never choose—if only we’re willing to listen.

Do the Uncomfortable
Naaman didn’t want to dip in the muddy Jordan River. But full obedience—not partial—was the path to restoration. Sometimes God calls us to steps of faith that feel awkward, humbling, or risky. But on the other side of obedience is the freedom we long for.

Embrace Your Brokenness
Real healing begins when we stop pretending we’re okay. Like Naaman stepping into the water, we must surrender our pride, position, and self-reliance—and fall fully on the mercy of God. Grace isn’t something we buy or earn. It’s a gift received with empty hands.

The sermon reminds us that God is near to the brokenhearted. He doesn’t always prevent the storm, but He is present within it—and His comfort is real. Whether you're grieving loss, walking through uncertainty, or just tired of pretending everything is okay, this message offers hope. Not because the pain disappears, but because Jesus meets us in it and leads us into a healing we never could’ve imagined.