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Marc Swenson - January 18, 2026
Loneliness
Loneliness has been a steadily growing trend in our country. In fact, many health officials are calling it an epidemic. A UCLA study using MRI technology shows how painful loneliness can be, noting, “The region of the brain that’s activated when we experience rejection or loneliness is the same region that registers the pain of stepping on a Lego.” While this emotion can be distressing, it’s not all bad. Join us as we learn about the gifts of loneliness from the story of Hagar found in the Old Testament.
Scripture References: Genesis 16:1-16, Genesis 21:8-20
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Marc Swenson - January 18, 2026
Loneliness
Loneliness has been a steadily growing trend in our country. In fact, many health officials are calling it an epidemic. A UCLA study using MRI technology shows how painful loneliness can be, noting, “The region of the brain that’s activated when we experience rejection or loneliness is the same region that registers the pain of stepping on a Lego.” While this emotion can be distressing, it’s not all bad. Join us as we learn about the gifts of loneliness from the story of Hagar found in the Old Testament.
Scripture References: Genesis 16:1-16, Genesis 21:8-20