Living with Hope in Times of Grief
When fellow believers die, we can be moved with grief at our loss and with joy at their gain. Meditating on Scripture can help us cultivate this perspective in times of grief.
When fellow believers die, we can be moved with grief at our loss and with joy at their gain. Meditating on Scripture can help us cultivate this perspective in times of grief.
How can you overcome the grave when you see your loved one die? The biblical view gives us hope through a proper prospective—longing for Christ’s return.
In grief, we can choose to remain dormant or to grow. But to experience the new growth of spring, it is essential that in the dark, winter season we, like a bare tree, respond to the Light.
There are four responses to difficult circumstances: The Why of Grumbling, the Why of Grief, the Why of Guidance, and the Why of Gratitude.
Seminary professor Nate Hoff tells his story of suffering through mental health issues and multiple other family crises.
Are there any resources/books on grief and mourning that you recommend?
Ken Boa discusses the firm and steady hope we have in Christ, especially in the face of the loss of loved ones.
Below are some Scriptures, plus links to other resources, that provide perspective and encouragement at times of loss. These verses are good texts for reading at funerals or at other times in the face of loss of various kinds. [divider style=”solid” color=”#cccccc” opacity=”1″ placement=”equal”] Watch a video of
Dr. Boa speaks an encouraging word on the purifying hope we have at the revelation of Jesus Christ. Though we suffer in this present world, we do well to entrust ourselves to our Faithful Creator. His promises will never fail.
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