Monday, January 6, 2014 "For Those Who Are Grieving: Hope for the Survivor"

Matthew 5:4 "Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted.

Grief is a multifaceted response to loss, particularly to the loss of someone or something to which a bond was formed. How do some recover quicker from grief than others? Why do some get stuck in the mourning and suffering while others are able to heal easier? The Bible tells us we can go to the Father when we are weary and He will give us rest. The Bible also tells us the Lord is drawn to the broken hearted and as difficult as it is to lose a loved one, we are never alone for the Lord God is with us. When I lost my Mom I must say it was the hardest loss in my life. She was so special to me and we were extremely close. I was with her through some amazing times and we created some very special memories together and I was also with her through every medical matter during the later years. The thing that brings me most comfort is my Mom knew I loved her. I told her, I showed her...often. I told her I loved her every time I saw her, every time we spoke on the phone. It brings me such comfort to know she is with the Lord, her husband, her parents and siblings and she is enjoying life with Jesus. She is basking in her eternal rewards for all the treasures she stored up here on earth. And that brings me such comfort. I miss her every day and I wish she were here but I am mature enough to know that is an impossible thing. Therefore I choose to love her in my memories while I continue to live my life in the present. I know one day we will be together again. That brings me comfort. So this entry is dedicated to all who have lost. Just know the dead is in a better more peaceful place. They do not know our troubles nor do they hear our cries. If they knew Jesus as their personal Lord and Savior than they are dwelling in the most high today. So mourn for it is part of the process and as the Bible says He will one day turn our mourning into dancing. (Psalm 30:11). Until then, trust in the Lord to get you through. Self medicating won't heal you, obsessing won't heal you, other idols or people won't heal you, only the Lord Jesus Christ can heal you so turn to Him and He shall bless and comfort you. I lift you up in prayer and I am sorry for your loss.