A Living Nightmare

In this week’s message, Pastor Clarence Stamps II leads us through one of the most painful and difficult passages in Scripture—the story of Dinah’s assault in Genesis 34. This heartbreaking account is raw and unsettling, yet it’s included in God’s Word for a reason.

Pastor Clarence carefully unpacks this narrative, showing us how it exposes the brokenness of humanity, the misuse of power, and the devastating impact of sin. Dinah’s story is not just an ancient tragedy—it reflects the ongoing reality of pain, trauma, and injustice that many still experience today.

Yet even in the midst of such darkness, we are reminded that God does not turn away from the wounded. He sees, He cares, and He enters into our suffering. The passage challenges us to acknowledge the weight of injustice while also pointing us toward the God who brings healing, restoration, and ultimate justice.

This sermon invites us to wrestle honestly with life’s “living nightmares” while holding fast to the truth that God’s presence and promises remain steadfast, even when the world feels broken beyond repair.